About the course

The coronavirus pandemic is placing unprecedented mental strain on people around the world. You may be caring for someone vulnerable, struggling with finances, at risk yourself, or even grieving a loved one. All our lives have been affected.

In this course, you’ll identify the factors specific to COVID-19 that impact our wellbeing and mental health – at an individual, group, and societal level.

You’ll learn helpful strategies and advice on how to deal with the anxiety and uncertainty of COVID-19, cope with its challenges, and ultimately prepare for life after coronavirus.

What will you learn

  • Improve understanding of the psychological impact of COVID-19 on wellbeing and mental health in society.
  • Develop knowledge of the impact of COVID-19 on me and those around me.
  • Improve ability to apply knowledge around managing my own wellbeing and mental health during COVID-19.
  • Improve understanding of the psychological impact of COVID-19 on my support network, work colleagues, and the local community.
  • Engage with peers to create learning opportunities with others interested in mental health and COVID-19.
  • Reflect on the experiences of others regarding COVID-19.

Schedule

This course is Self-Paced and it is scheduled for 3 weeks.

Estimated learning effort

2 hours per week. You are required to pass all graded assignments to complete the course.

Authors

Created by: Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trus; Maudsley Learning.