Taking into account current developments in services and treatment, this resource has been rewritten and extended to provide a variety of training techniques to develop the skills and knowledge that support staff need to meet the mental health needs of people with learning disabilites.

Module 18: Diversity
Total timing: 3 hours, 55 minutes
Session 1: Understanding culture and diversity - Time allocated: 40 minutes
Session 2: Life experiences of people with learning disabilities and mental health problems from culturally diverse communities - Time allocated: 45 minutes
Session 3: Policy, practice and care - Time allocated: 90 minutes
Session 4: Culturally sensitive services and social inclusion - Time allocated: 60 minutes

Professionals within the social care sector are required to undertake Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Those who use this resource will be able to gain CPD points.

Content: introduction, module content, handouts, slides, evaluation forms.

Vital information for: professionals, nurses, support staff, psychologists, psychiatrists, trainers, community and inpatient services.