Supporting People with Learning Disabilities & Mental Health Needs

Description

The objectives for each study unit are that learners will be able to:

• list the principles and values to apply when supporting people with learning disabilities
• describe what is meant by a person-centred approach
• understand the distinction between learning disability and mental ill-health
• explain what the main mental health problems are and their effects
• identify the signs that someone has mental health problems and the factors that can trigger them
• describe how they will help to develop good practice in the workplace
• explain ways of promoting good mental health for the people they support
• understand the importance of keeping accurate records
• identify appropriate sources of help and support for the people in their care
• define their role when people they support are undergoing mental health assessments
• describe the treatments that can be used to help people with mental health needs
• explain why and when the Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act might be used
• list a person’s rights under the Mental Health Act
• identify ways in which they will put their learning into practice

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