Depression2021-04-22T10:09:51+01:00

Depression Online Training Course

Depression Online Training Course

depression online course

Level:
Level 2 & 3.

Accreditation:
This course is CPD certified.

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Course Aims

This eLearning course is designed to enable you to increase your awareness and understanding of mental health disorder, depression.

The course begins explaining what we mean by the term ‘depression’ and explains how common the problem is. it then explains the symptoms of depression and describes the different types of depression an individual can be diagnosed with, including the severity and different ‘specifiers’ associated with the illness.

In stage three, the course outlines the different possible causes of depression and co-existing problems that individuals face. The final stage focuses on the treatment and support strategies for depression, including therapy treatment, medication and self-help strategies to help individuals recover.

Finally, the course outlines the role of the support or care worker in helping support an individual suffering from depression.

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Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course learners should know and understand the following:

  • Define what is meant by the term ‘depression’.

  • Identify prevalence rates for depression.

  • Better understand what it means to experience depression.

  • Identify the different symptoms of depression.

  • Outline the different types of depression.

  • Explain what is meant by the terms ‘severity’ and ‘specifier’ in relation to diagnosing depression.

  • Outline the causes of depression.

  • Explain the Vulnerability-Stress Model.

  • Identify co-existing problems associated with depression.

  • Outline the NICE guidelines for treating depression.

  • Identify the role of lifestyle factors in treating depression.

  • Explain how CBT therapy works.

  • Outline the role of medication in treating depression.

  • Identify what you can do to help someone with depression.

Course Syllabus Includes

  • What is depression?

  • Prevalence rates

  • History of depression

  • Stigma

  • Signs and symptoms

  • Diagnostic criteria

  • Severity classifications

  • Specifier categories

  • Major depressive disorder

  • Dysthymic disorder

  • Bipolar disorder

  • Cyclothymic disorder

  • Postnatal depression

  • Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

  • Substance-induced mood disorder

  • Depression due to a medical condition

  • Causes of depression

  • Co-existing problems

  • Suicide

  • Support and treatment options

  • Lifestyle factors

  • Therapy

  • Behavioural activation

  • Mindfulness

  • Medication

  • Assessing the risks

  • Communication

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FAQs

How can I purchase courses?2019-09-26T15:09:02+01:00

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Are online courses accredited?2019-06-19T14:35:26+01:00

Yes, they are. Courses are CPD Certified and our Care Certificate is one of the first to be endorsed by Skills for Care.

How much do courses cost?2019-06-19T14:40:15+01:00

This will depend on which model you choose, our unlimited access subscription model starts from 47p per person per month. The Pay As You Go option starts from 99p per course depending on how many course credits you buy. Both options offer extremely good value for money. Not only that, we promise to beat any like for like quote from any other UK eLearning provider. Call now on 020 3397 9734.

How are courses going to be delivered?2019-06-19T14:40:04+01:00

Courses are delivered online and work on any internet enabled device. As long as you have access to an internet connection you can complete courses when and where you like 24 hours a day.

Are courses certified?2019-06-19T14:40:29+01:00

Courses are fully certified. Once a learner successfully completes a course you are able to download the completion certificate FREE of charge.

How long do courses take to complete?2019-06-19T14:40:23+01:00

Some of our shorter courses will typically take between 30 minutes and an hour to complete. Some of the bigger ones will take longer and depends largely on each individual’s learning speed.

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