PDC54064 - Understanding Mental Health Conditions for Fitness Trainers
Overview
Duration: 4 hours | Delivery: 100% Online | Access: 12 Months
This online micro-credential will provide an overview of mental health issues in Australia and outlines the first response when encountering a person with a mental health condition or experiencing a traumatic event or crisis. The micro-credential will outline appropriate strategies for the first responder to use in managing the situation until professional help is available.
Our micro-credentials are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Career Opportunities
This micro-credential provides Professional Development for health and/or fitness professionals.
Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded continuing professional development (CPD) hours, a digital badge and can download a certificate of completion.
Structure & Availability
Standard Micro-credential Structure
Duration:4 hours of self-paced online learning.
- Outline the incidence and causes of mental health conditions in Australia
- Describe the appropriate response strategies recommended as a first responder when managing a person in crisis
- Understand methods of managing the person once a crisis has de-escalated
- Discuss why professional help is recommended and list referral pathways in Australia.
Assessment
Online Quiz
Award
Digital Badge via Credly
Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.
Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements, however, students enrolling in this micro-credential should work or study in the health and/or fitness profession.
How to Apply
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