9 February 2024
Did you know they have an extensive range of free information and resources for mental health and wellbeing?
The college, part of Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, provides hundreds of online educational courses and useful resources through its website and e-learning platform.
They are aimed at people who need support with mental health issues, their families and friends, mental health professionals or anyone interested in learning more about mental health and wellbeing.
Children and young people
This week, we’re celebrating Children’s Mental Health Week 2024, and you’ll find lots of free resources for children and young people on Recovery College Online including:
- Resources and information for young people about exam stress, feelings, bullying, and wellbeing and self-care.
- Resources and information for parents and carers about how to support your child.
- Online courses for children (under 12 years old) including resilience and being healthy.
- Online courses for young people (13 to 18 years old) including mental health and wellbeing, and psychological resilience.
- Online educational courses for parents and carers including autism parent support training, parenting and attachment, and understanding mental health.
- Online educational courses for teachers including supporting children and young people’s wellbeing.
- Online educational courses for professionals including supporting the mental health of children and young people.
How do I access the online educational courses?
The college’s online educational courses are developed by experts and those with personal experience of mental health difficulties. Anyone can access Recovery College Online courses and there is no referral needed, you just need to create an account. Courses are online and available 24/7 so can be completed in your own time around family and work commitments, and at your own pace.
Recovery College Online is available worldwide and you don’t have to live in the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust area to access its resources.
Find out more about Recovery College Online.If you require mental health crisis support, please contact your local mental health services, your GP, or telephone 111 or the emergency services.
