Mental health core skills education and training framework

Authors:
SKILLS FOR HEALTH, SKILLS FOR CARE, HEALTH EDUCATION ENGLAND
Publishers:
Skills for Health, Health Education England, Skills for Care
Publication year:
2017
Pagination:
86
Place of publication:
Bristol

Framework setting out the core skills and knowledge which the health and social care workforce need to provide high-quality mental health services. The Framework was commissioned by the Department of Health, and aims to support consistent mental health education and training across a variety of service settings, providing opportunities for joint education and training. The framework classifies key skills and knowledge into three tiers: general mental health awareness; skills required for staff that have some regular contact with people with mental health issues; and skills needed to care for people with complex mental health needs. It covers 18 subject areas, which include: promoting wellbeing, establishing positive relationships, understanding prevention, recovery focused approaches, and using technology to deliver effective support. Each subject area include details of the target audience, learning outcomes, and links to relevant guidance, legislation and National Occupational Standards. The framework covers the care of people of all ages, including children, young people, working-age adults and older people. (Edited publisher abstract)

Subject terms:
standards, training, mental health problems, mental health care, skills, education, care workforce, social care staff, values, multidisciplinary training;
Content type:
standards
Location(s):
England
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