Children's Residential Care
Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing of Looked-After Children
Understanding the mental health needs of children in care, including the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), attachment disruption, and placement instability. Covers the SDQ (Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire), CAMHS referral pathways, therapeutic approaches appropriate for residential settings, and creating emotionally healthy environments.
What You'll Learn
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their cumulative impact
- How placement instability affects mental health and attachment
- The Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) and how to use it
- CAMHS referral pathways: when to refer and what to include
- Therapeutic approaches suitable for residential settings
- Creating environments that support emotional health and recovery
Who This Course Is For
All staff in children's residential homes, particularly those supporting children with complex emotional and mental health needs.
CQC Quality Statement Mapping
This course supports evidence for the following CQC Single Assessment Framework quality statements:
- Ofsted Quality Standard 1 - The quality of care
- Ofsted Quality Standard 3 - Children's feelings and behaviours
Certificate of Completion
On completion, you'll receive a CPD-accredited certificate of completion with a unique verification code. This certificate can be added to your CPD portfolio and presented as evidence of competency during CQC inspections.