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Psychosis and Bipolar (Half Day)
Duration Half Day
Course Overview
Central Training's Psychosis and Bipolar training course aims to assist delegates in understanding what the terms describe, the different types of bipolar and the characteristic 'signs and symptoms' of psychosis-voices, visions and unusual beliefs. The course will also review the NICE recommended treatment pathways, including an overview of medications prescribed for psychosis and bipolar, highlighting both intended and unintended (side) effects and psychological therapies.
Delegates will be introduced to growing evidence supporting the use of psychological and social approaches to psychosis that can promote engagement, self-care and recovery. The trainer aims to explore how we might be of help to someone experiencing the highs and lows of bipolar psychological approaches, including day to day emotional and practical support, crisis responses and how to support someone in making use of self-management tools.
Learning Outcomes
This course is designed to enable delegates to: Define bipolar and psychosis Identify causes, types and impact Be aware of common treatment pathways and medications Describe recovery-oriented emotional and practical support options Understand how to support service users with a range of self-management options
Methods of Delivery
This course utilises PowerPoint presentation and videos as aids to trainer-led discussion. Delegates are encouraged to share their knowledge and experience through discussion, group work, practical exercises and case study work.
- Course Content
- Audience
- Training Considerations
- Certification
- Related Courses
Course Content
- Defining and classifying psychosis and bipolar
- Causes: The role of genes, biology, and life experience
- Risks associated with psychosis and bipolar
- NICE recommended treatment pathways and recovery
- Emotional and practical support: The Wellness Plan
- Essentials of self-care and peer support
Target Audience
This course is aimed at frontline workers in the health and social care sector working with service users who have been diagnosed with psychosis or bipolar disorder.
Training Considerations
There are no pre-training requirements for this course.
Certification
The delegates will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion of the course.
Related Courses
Mental Health Awareness: Signs, Symptoms & Interventions
Suicidal Distress: Support Strategies & Risk Assessment
Depression: Signs, Causes, and Support
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