Supporting student mental health and wellbeing in HE
Training Course
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De Montfort University
About the CPD course
Aimed at staff who work in Higher Education and have student facing roles; for example academics; student welfare support; programme support; library staff etc. The session will help delegates achieve a greater understanding of how to respond to situations concerning student mental health and wellbeing. The session also explores policy and legislation that contribute to a university duty of care to students and promotes an awareness of useable skills and reputable resources that are available. Applying the skills developed during this course will ensure that interactions with students are empowering; consistent and supportive; whilst also supporting the wellbeing of staff.
At De Montfort University Leicester (DMU), we know that what you learn in books is just the start. It's our goal to help every student reach their goal, and our supportive and nurturing community of academics, students and experts will empower our students to realise their dreams. We offer every student access to a welcoming scholarly environment where they can expand their knowledge, enjoy exciting life experiences and increase their appeal to employers. Our new strategy commits us to discovering gateways of opportunity that empower students, staff and our community to create a fairer society.
