Personality Disorder for Health & Social Care Training Course
Personality Disorder in Health and Social Care Overview
Our CPD-certified Personality Disorder e-Learning course provides learners with an understanding of personality disorder, including common terminology, categories, traits, and risk factors. The course also explores the stigma surrounding personality disorder and the impact it can have on an individual’s relationships, wellbeing, and daily life.
Designed for health and social care professionals, the training covers available treatments, self-care, crisis planning, relevant legislation, and approaches to managing risk. Learners will develop the knowledge needed to respond appropriately and provide positive, person-centred support. The course is fully online, self-paced, and concludes with a final knowledge check and CPD certification upon completion.
Learning Outcomes
- To gain an understanding of personality disorder
- To gain an understanding of personality disorder traits
- To gain an understanding of the treatments available for individuals with personality disorder
- To gain an understanding of how to positively support individuals with personality disorder
Training Units
Understanding Personality Disorder
15mIn this unit, learners explore what personality disorder is, how it may affect an individual, and the factors that can influence its development.
- What is personality disorder?
- Stigma around personality disorder
- Terminology and categories of personality disorders
- Personality disorder traits and risk factors
- How personality disorder can affect an individual’s life
Treatment and Support
15mIn this unit, learners examine treatment options, crisis planning, and approaches to supporting individuals while managing potential risks.
- Therapy and self-care
- Risks associated with personality disorders
- Crisis planning and risk management
- Relevant legislation
- Supporting an individual with personality disorder
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