I was involved in undertaking a wide range of duties which made placement interesting and worthwhile. Everyday seemed to have its own challenges, dilemmas and learning opportunities. A really beneficial placement which changed my stereotypical assumptions about mental health services users for life.

Mental Health training courses

Training courses can be run for agencies on a range of mental health related issues. We also offer courses for companies wishing to promote everyday well-being for employees who may be at risk from the effects of stress. Downloads are available here for our courses on Mental Health Awareness and Understanding Self-injury. Alternatively, you can contact Richard Pacitti for more infromation on our training courses.

Feedback from People Receiving Training

Walsingham Care Homes - Vic Green

Due to the opening of a new project for adults with mild learning disabilities and mental health needs, we decided to ensure that the staff were trained in mental health awareness.  I contacted Mind in Croydon and arranged for a training day at a local centre.

The day was extremely well planned and the content was exactly what we were looking for.  All staff found the day very informative and educational.  One member commented:

"It kept my interest at all times, I feel more confidant now in being able to support the service users"

We intend to do a follow-up day once the project has been going for a while.

London Fire & Emergency Planning Authority - Joanna Foster

Joanna Foster provided her comments regarding the course:

"The presentation was very informative, insightful and well received. You provided the trainee advisers with a valuable insight into this important area of child behaviour. As a result, they will now be better equipped to undertake their role as advisors and in offering support to the children with whom we work"