HI 7013
Fundamentals of Mental Health Care
Fundamentals of Mental Health Care is a comprehensive course for allied healthcare workers seeking to improve their skills in mental health care. Led by experts in the mental health field, the course aims to enhance the individual’s effectiveness in supporting, communicating with and understanding individuals with mental health conditions across various healthcare settings, including inpatient care, home care, outpatient care and medical offices. It covers essential concepts and actionable techniques that can be applied in day-to-day practice, helping elevate the quality of care and job satisfaction for healthcare professionals working in various aspects of healthcare.
Course Overview
Fundamentals of Mental Health Care is a comprehensive course with insight and focus on the role of a mental health support specialist in many aspects of mental health care. The course provides the foundational knowledge required of a clinical allied healthcare professional, as well as those working with individuals with psychiatric illness and/or intellectual disabilities. Emphasis is placed on the intake process, crisis care, inpatient care and discharge planning duties and related knowledge. It’s designed to prepare students to achieve the certification: Mental Health Technician – Certified.
COURSE DETAILS:
Duration: 96 hours or 6 weeks
Course Delivery: 100% Online
Cost: $1,000
Advantages for Your Organization
Enhanced Patient Care
Specialized training equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to better care for individuals with mental health needs. This leads to improved patient outcomes, greater patient satisfaction and the personal fulfillment that comes from making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Cultural Competence
Mental health care requires sensitivity to the cultural, social and psychological dimensions of each individual. Training in this area helps professionals develop cultural competence, enabling them to provide personalized, respectful and inclusive care to a diverse patient population.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Mental health care often involves working within an interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, therapists and other licensed providers. This collaboration improves the overall care provided to patients and broadens a professional’s understanding of holistic care approaches.
Improved On-the-Job Performance
The knowledge and skills gained within this course can enhance decision-making and daily performance. Professionals can apply evidence-based practices to their work, improving their overall job performance and patient care outcomes.
Who Should Be Enrolled?
Healthcare Professionals
Certified nursing assistants, home health aides, patient care technicians, medical assistants and other clinical staff seeking to stay updated on the complex and multifaceted training in mental health care.
Healthcare Support Staff and Administrators
Healthcare administrators and front-office personnel looking to understand the psychological and emotional complexities of mental health conditions and navigate sensitive family and community dynamics.
Firefighters, Emergency Responders & Chaplains
Firefighters, chaplains and emergency responders who regularly interact with individuals experiencing mental health crises and seek to enhance their understanding and response skills.
Aspiring Healthcare Workers
Those entering the healthcare field who wish to open doors to additional roles working in mental healthcare settings, such as hospitals, outpatient facilities or rehabilitation centers.
Key Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of mental health care standards:
Apply legal, ethical and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA), proper protocols and theoretical approaches.
2.
Identify key aspects of mental health care practice:
Recognize psychological development, impaired mental health signs, medications and emergency response techniques.
3.
Apply practical healthcare skills:
Practice the basics of assisting with examinations, monitoring vital signs, accurate charting and providing first aid or CPR.
Course Offerings
Flexible Learning
Our online modules allow learners to progress at their own pace, allowing balance for professional and personal commitments.
Expert Instruction
Taught by expert healthcare professionals with extensive experience in mental health care.
Career Preparation
Learners are equipped with the foundational knowledge and skills required to work with individuals experiencing mental illness, addiction, or intellectual disabilities. Additionally, learners are prepared to take and pass the Mental Health Technician – Certified national certification.
Partner with MedCerts and Expand Your Offerings
With MedCerts’ Fundamentals of Mental Health Care course, you can expand your team’s knowledge and skills to better serve and support individuals with mental health challenges. This comprehensive approach not only improves patient outcomes but also positions allied health professionals for career advancement in this critical and expanding field.
