Student wellbeing

Description:
With increased awareness of mental health disorders in society it can be tricky to recognise and understand the various issues that people may be facing and how to deal with these issues when they occur. In this session we will unpack and explore different aspects of mental health that may be faced within a school environment and discuss appropriate guidelines around how to be a first responder and to provide effective and helpful support.

Standards addressed:

• 6.2.2 Engage in professional learning and improve practice
• 7.1.2 Meet professional ethics and responsibilities

Course Length: 1.5 hours

Presenter: Emily Paterson