Schizophrenia in Health and Social Care Training Course
Schizophrenia in Health and Social Care Overview
Learners will explore how schizophrenia presents, what support individuals may require, and how to reduce stigma through informed, respectful care. Ideal for support workers, care assistants, team leaders, and other frontline staff, the course also covers legislation, planning ahead, and the roles of multidisciplinary teams. A certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the final knowledge check.
Learning Outcomes
- To gain an understanding of schizophrenia
- To gain an understanding of the signs and symptoms of schizophrenia
- To gain an understanding of how to positively support an individual with schizophrenia
- To gain an understanding of the treatment and support in place for individuals with schizophrenia
Training Units
What is schizophrenia?
10mThis unit introduces schizophrenia, including common misconceptions and factors that increase the risk of developing the condition.
- Stigma
- Potential Causes
- What is Schizophrenia?
Signs and symptoms
10mExplore how schizophrenia may present in individuals, including both positive and negative symptoms, and how a diagnosis is reached.
- Positive Symptoms
- Negative Symptoms
- Diagnosis
Treatment and support
15mUnderstand available treatment options, relevant legislation, and the importance of planning ahead when supporting someone with schizophrenia.
- Legislation
- Planning Ahead
- Who Provides Support?
- Treatment
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