Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities

Name: Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities
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Imagine having the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support individuals facing mental health challenges, dementia, and learning disabilities. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, educator, caregiver, or simply someone eager to make a positive impact, this course is your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding journey!

Approximately 1 in 4 adults in the UK experiences a mental health problem in any given year. Depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder are among the most common mental health conditions.

And there are estimated to be around 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK. Alzheimer’s disease being the most common type.

And as for Learning Disability, it is estimated that there are around 1.5 million people in the UK with a learning disability.

Don’t just be a spectator in the global movement toward better mental health care—become an active participant. The skills you learn here will empower you to help individuals live fuller, more dignified lives, regardless of their challenges.

Enrol in our Mental Health, Dementia & Learning Disabilities course today and be the change you wish to see in the world.

The training materials of this course are available online for you to learn at your own pace and fast-track your career with ease.

Last audited and updated on: 15th October 2025

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this online Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities, learners will get the following benefits

Understand the emotional impact of mental health conditions on individuals and their behaviour.
Learn how mental health, dementia, and learning disabilities influence daily life and care needs.
Develop positive attitudes and approaches towards supporting individuals with mental health conditions.
Identify necessary adjustments in care delivery to meet the needs of individuals effectively.
Recognise the importance of early detection and intervention for mental health and related conditions.
Gain knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and their requirements in care settings.
Evaluate the impact of legislation and policies on the care and support provided.
Understand the concept of capacity and its implications in delivering person-centred care.

Who should take the course

Anyone with a knack for learning new skills can take this Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities. While this comprehensive training is popular for preparing people for job opportunities in the relevant fields, it also helps to advance your career for promotions.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £5.99). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Course Curriculum

The detailed curriculum outline of our Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities is as follows:

Course Curriculum

Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities
	How Someone May Feel if They Have Mental Health Conditions	00:17:00
	How Conditions Influence a Person	00:17:00
	How Positive Attitudes Towards Those With Mental Health Conditions	00:16:00
	Adjustments which may be Necessary in Care Delivery	00:16:00
	Importance of Early Detection of Mental Health Needs	00:19:00
	Requirements of Legislation and Policies	00:15:00
	Effect of Listed Legislation and Policies	00:18:00
	Capacity	00:17:00
	Overview of Mental health First Aid.	00:11:00
	Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric.	00:24:00
	Stress and Anxiety Disorders.	00:31:00
	Self Harm and Suicide.	00:19:00
	Medication and Therapy in the treatment of Mental Illness.	00:31:00
	Mental Health in the Workplace.	00:22:00
	Approach and React to People in Mental Health Crisis.	00:24:00
	Defining Dementia	00:12:00
	The Brain and How Dementia Affects It	00:20:00
	Types of Dementia	00:30:00
	Stages of Dementia	00:35:00
	Assessing Dementia	00:14:00
	Pharmaceutical Treatment for Dementia	00:25:00
	Psychological Treatment for Dementia	00:30:00
	Raising Awareness and Preventing Dementia	00:35:00
	Caregiving for Dementia	00:10:00
	Dementia Care: Acts and Legislation	00:16:00
	Learning Disability and Mental Health.	00:30:00
	Future Spheres of Practice for Learning Disability Nursing.	00:30:00
	Psychosocial Interventions.	00:30:00
	Psychodynamic Approaches.	00:30:00
	Learning Disability Nursing Throughout the Lifespan.	01:00:00
	Role of the Learning Disability Nurse in Promoting Health and Well-Being.	01:00:00
	Care Planning in Mental Health Settings.	00:30:00
	Nursing Models and Behavioural Interventions.	00:30:00
	The Future of Learning Disability Nursing.	00:30:00
	Future Spheres of Practice for Learning Disability Nursing.	00:30:00