COVID-19: Psychological First Aid - CPD Certified Course

Description

COVID-19: Psychological First Aid – CPD Certified Course focuses on understanding the emotional and psychological impact of the pandemic on individuals, families, and communities. Heightened anxiety, grief, uncertainty, and prolonged stress have become common experiences during and after COVID-19. This course explains how Psychological First Aid supports mental wellbeing during crises by promoting calm, safety, and emotional stability through evidence-based approaches. Key concepts include recognising signs of psychological distress, understanding trauma responses, and applying supportive communication methods in COVID-19 related situations.

Designed for online learning, the course explores Psychological First Aid within the specific context of COVID-19, including isolation, health fears, bereavement, and workplace stress. Content is structured to build awareness of mental health needs across diverse age groups and settings, while maintaining ethical sensitivity and clear boundaries. Learners gain insight into how emotional support can reduce long-term psychological harm during public health emergencies. This CPD Certified course adds valuable knowledge for those seeking to strengthen mental health awareness, crisis response understanding, and professional development related to COVID-19 psychological wellbeing.

Learning Outcomes of the COVID-19: Psychological First Aid - CPD Certified Training:

The course is developed after thorough research and expertise from seasoned professionals. Having prior learning is extremely helpful if you aim to enter the Health and Care sector as a beginner.

This will be delivered exclusively through our online platform, where you completely control your learning experience. You can go through the modules and study materials at your own pace without any restrictions. And you'll receive a recognised certificate as proof of your newly acquired or improved knowledge and skills.

Take a step towards reaching your true potential by enrolling in this COVID-19: Psychological First Aid - CPD Certified Training!

COVID-19 has impacted us all in some way, and in these testing times, people are struggling to stay mentally strong. If you work as a key worker, volunteer or manager trying to support your staff through the challenges that COVID-19 brings, then this course is perfect for you.

In the COVID-19: Psychological First Aid course, you will learn how emergencies impact mental health and how to provide effective psychological support to colleagues, service users and individuals who are suffering from poor mental health due to the impact of COVID.

Through practical and theoretical guidance, it will deepen your understanding of how to stay mentally strong during a pandemic, covering exercises, techniques and strategies used by qualified mental health professionals.

Please note: This course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This COVID-19: Psychological First Aid doesn't entitle you to practise as a professional in this specific field.

Course Assessment

You will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test upon completing an online module. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.

Exam & Retakes:
It is to inform our learners that the initial exam for this online course is provided at no additional cost. In the event of needing a retake, a nominal fee of £9.99 will be applicable.

Certification
Upon successful completion of the assessment procedure, learners can obtain their certification by placing an order and remitting a fee of £9 for PDF Certificate and £15 for the Hardcopy Certificate within the UK ( An additional £10 postal charge will be applicable for international delivery).

Who is this course for?

The COVID-19: Psychological First Aid - CPD Certified training is ideal for highly motivated individuals or teams who want to enhance their professional skills and efficiently skilled employees.

Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the course, with enrollment open to anyone!

Career path

Learn the essential skills and knowledge you need to excel in your professional life with the help & guidance from our COVID-19: Psychological First Aid - CPD Certified training.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - £9

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - £15

CPD Certification Service Accredited Certification