A modern educational program in collaboration with IASIS NGO, connecting theory with practice and providing essential skills in the assessment, support, and management of mental health challenges. Through experiential exercises, case studies, and practical tools, participants gain knowledge that can be directly applied in healthcare facilities, educational settings, and workplace environments.
Purpose of the Seminar
The aim of the program is to provide comprehensive professional training to participants who wish to acquire fundamental knowledge, skills, and field experience in the field of mental health and psychosocial care.
The program includes:
- Understanding core concepts of mental health
- Development of psychosocial care skills
- Nursing skills and practical applications
- Physical First Aid & Mental Health First Aid, with RTI certification
- Preparation for internships in mental health facilities
Instructors
Petros Petsis – Nurse, Head Nurse at IASIS Services, Certified First Aid Instructor (RTI)
Ioanna Alperti – Psychologist (MSc), Psychotherapist, Adult Educator, Scientific Director of IASIS Day Center – IASIS At Centro
Who It Is For
The program is designed for individuals who wish to develop practical skills, techniques, and tools used to support people facing psychological difficulties, mental disorders, or emotional challenges.
- Nursing students
- Occupational Therapy & Physiotherapy students
- Healthcare professionals
- Educators & HR professionals
Seminar Structure
A. Mandatory First Aid Modules
- Physical First Aid
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR–AED / Safe Transfer & Recovery Position / Relevant Legislation
- Choking / Bleeding / Trauma – Burns
- Seizures, fainting – shock, heart attack
- First Aid in the Workplace
- Pediatric First Aid
- Assessment of Basic Nursing Skills & Safe Practical Application
- Mental Health First Aid (Psychological First Aid – PFA)
B. Mental Health & Education Modules
- Introduction to Psychosocial Rehabilitation Units
- Basic Knowledge of Psychosis
- Mental Resilience & Empowerment
- Burnout & Self-Care
- Anxiety & Basic Management Techniques
- Non-Violent Communication
- Basic Principles of Counseling for Children
- Emotional Education for Children
- Principles & Techniques of Adult Education
- Group dynamics, ice-breaking activities & World Café
- The Concept of Recovery in Mental Health
- Stigma & Social Attitudes toward Mental Health
- Basic Principles of Support via Telephone Communication
- Understanding Autism
C. Nursing Skills
- Nursing Assessment in Emergency Incidents
- Communication with patients and families in difficult situations
- Management of daily challenges & crises in the field (until ambulance arrival)
- Community nursing and prevention
- Patient safety and error prevention
- Vital signs & basic patient monitoring
D. Internship Preparation & Educational Reflection
- Preparation for Internship in mental health facilities
- Reflection & processing of learning experience
Internship (100 hours) – Optional
The internship is conducted in Psychosocial Rehabilitation Units of IASIS NGO (Residential Facilities & Day Centers in Attica):
- IASIS Residential Facility – Nea Filadelfeia, Attica
- IASIS Residential Facility – Kato Patisia, Attica
- IASIS Residential Facility – Vyronas, Attica
- IASIS Residential Facility – Agia Paraskevi, Attica
- IASIS Residential Facility – Kato Patisia, Attica
- IASIS Residential Facility – Nea Makri, Attica
- CONNECT AUTISM – Day Center – Nea Chalkidona, Attica
- IASIS At Centro – Day Center – Kato Patisia, Attica
