Mental Health
Mental health concerns are part of everyday primary care, but appointments can feel complex and time pressured. Our one-day online Mental Health course gives you practical consultation skills, evidence-based management strategies and a structured approach to support safer, more confident care.
Upcoming live online events
- Thu 5 Nov 2026 9.30am
- Wed 3 Nov 2027 9.30am
Available to watch on demand
- Now
Mental Health course summary
Feeling confident in a mental health consultation isn't always easy, especially when time is limited and needs are complex. This course explores practical approaches to common mental health presentations, trauma and complex psychological conditions that you can put into practice in everyday primary care.
We'll look at how to support people with depression and anxiety, recognise and manage PTSD, OCD, eating disorders and perinatal mental health problems, as well as other forms of adult mental illness. You'll revisit evidence-based treatment options and risk assessment, while exploring techniques such as behavioural activation and self-compassion, alongside resources that can support patients beyond the consultation.
The course will also explore the role of early intervention and approaches that support good practice in the management of complex mental health needs. We'll reflect on how evidence can be applied across different health services and clinical settings to support high-quality patient care.
A small splash of the topics we cover
- Creating new narratives for a range of mental health disorders - and how to explain these effectively in a way that helps patients to get better
- Evidence-based management including therapies and drug dilemmas - everything from psychological therapy to drug-based treatments, self-care and promoting physical health
- Common conditions like depression and anxiety - practical skills we can use with patients, promoting self-care, resources to share and pitfalls to avoid
- Recognition and management of other common mental health conditions including PTSD, OCD, eating disorders and perinatal mental health problems
- ‘Microskills’ for improving wellbeing like behavioural activation, problem-solving and self-compassion that you can start using with patients the next day
- Managing risk and complexity – assessing risk and supporting individuals with complex conditions like bipolar disorder, psychosis, and those at risk of suicide.
Who is the Mental Health course for?
This course is for clinicians and other healthcare professionals working in general practice who want a concise, trusted update to support safe, current patient care across adult mental health services, including:
- General Practitioners of all career stages
- GP Registrars
- Clinical Pharmacists
- ANPs/Advanced Practitioners
- Physician Associates
- Paramedics.
Course essentials
- Watch on demand for 12 months from purchase
- Join live-hosted online events for interaction and Q&A
- More than 6 hours CPD with downloadable certificate
- Includes 12 months’ membership to Red Whale Knowledge.
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Red Whale Knowledge included
All of our full day courses come with 12 months membership to Red Whale Knowledge. It’s a super handy, trusted year-round learning resource!
What’s included:
- 900+ online resources with super‑fast search
- Clear, practical summaries for real-world primary care
- 70+ of GEMS (Guidelines and Evidence Made Simple)
- Regularly updated content throughout the year
- Concise, clinician-centred learning when you need it
- CPD tracker with optional FourteenFish linkup.
Ideal for you if…
You want quick, trusted learning resources to help you explore evidence with confidence.
Ready to buy our Mental Health course?
Live Digital Course£210 |
Pay Monthly Red Whale Unlimited£39.95 per month (12 month minimum term) Pay Annually Red Whale Unlimited£420 per year
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Frequently asked questions
Is the course live or on demand?
Both! You can attend a live online event and access the course on demand at a time that suits you, for 12 months from purchase.
Is this course suitable for all primary care clinicians?
Yes. The course is designed for a wide range of clinicians working with and seeing patients who may be experiencing mental health concerns.
Will I receive a CPD certificate?
Yes. You can download your certificate of attendance from our course console following completion of the course.
How long do I have access to the on-demand course?
You can watch and re-watch your on demand course for 12 months from purchase date – plus join any of the Mental Health course live-hosted events that take place during your subscription.
Is Red Whale Knowledge included?
Yes! All of our full-day courses include 12 months’ Red Whale Knowledge membership.
Team learning for healthcare professionals
We can deliver the Mental Health course to your practice, PCN, Neighbourhood, ICB or organisation.
- Tailor timings and emphasis to your local needs and priorities
- Reduce admin by letting our team handle registrations, reminders and certificates
- Combine this medical education with other Red Whale topics to create a bespoke programme.