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Overview
On this Psychological First Aid - Supporting Children and Young People at UK Health Security Agency by FutureLearn you will explore the techniques of psychological first aid (PFA), the globally recommended training for supporting people during emergencies.
You’ll focus on children and young people’s mental health, and what you can do to help them cope and access the support they need during and after emergencies and crisis situations..
Key facts:
- The course has been produced by Public Health England, working with a wide range of experts and organisations. It is based on international guidance from the World Health Organisation, United Nations and partners.
- You don’t need any prior knowledge or experience as this introductory course will teach you the key principles of giving PFA to children and young people in crisis situations.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
Knowledge
PFA in practice
PFA in practice and supporting yourself and colleagues
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 21 days
- 1 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Psychology View 102 other Short Courses in Psychology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is aimed at frontline or essential workers and volunteers who come into contact with children and young people aged 0-25 years during emergency and crisis situations.
- Those who may benefit from this course include parents/ caregivers, front line workers or volunteers; or for young adults to support their peers or family.
- You don’t need any previous experience or qualifications to deliver PFA.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full
Funding
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