Working in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services
About The Course
This course teaches various communications skills for working within CAMHS, including:
• Methods of communication for working with young people
• Building rapport
• A focus on diversity / respect and non-discrimination
• The importance of verbal and non-verbal communication
• The use of written communications including letter / email and texts
• Barriers to successful communication
• The importance of listening skills
Course Overview
The course also includes an in depth look into various aspects of adolescence, including:
• Definitions of adolescence
• How has adolescence changed?
• Early Adolescent development (social, biological, physiological and behavioural)
• Transition into adulthood with a focus on 16 and 17 year olds
• Paths and developmental tasks through adolescence
• Working with adolescents
We also look at the Seven Developmental needs of young adolescents of:
1. Physical Activity
2. Competence and Achievement
3. Self – Definition
4. Creative Expression
5. Positive social interactions with peers and adults
6. Structure and clear limits
7. Meaningful participation
Additional Notes
Types of mental health issues covered include:
• Risk Taking Behaviours
• Stigma and social exclusion
• Managing stress
• Signs, symptoms and treatment options for young people / NICE guidance for anxiety disorders, depression in young people, schizophrenia, personality disorders and conduct disorders
Course Details
- Duration: One day
- Course Title: Working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
