Mental Health and Psychosocial Support

This course introduces the core concepts and practices of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in social work. You'll learn how to recognize mental health and psychosocial needs, provide basic emotional and practical support, apply psychological first aid principles, and facilitate appropriate referrals. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to promote wellbeing, resilience, and recovery while supporting individuals, families, and communities facing psychological distress and adversity.

By the end of this course, learners should be able to:

1. Explain the principles and objectives of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS).
2. Recognize common mental health conditions, psychosocial challenges, and factors affecting wellbeing.
3. Apply psychological first aid and basic psychosocial support techniques in diverse settings.
4. Identify risk and protective factors that influence mental health across the lifespan.
5. Promote resilience, coping strategies, and recovery through person-centered and strengths-based approaches.
6. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and make appropriate referrals for specialized mental health services.