Supporting People with Health Conditions Into Work: Individual Placement and Support (IPS)

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Brief Introduction

Explore how employment specialists can use Individual Placement and Support to help those with complex health issues into work.

Course Summary

This course is designed to equip job coaches, employment specialists, and other professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to support individuals with health conditions into work using the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) approach.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the principles of the IPS approach and how to apply them in real-world settings
  • Learn how to work effectively with job seekers with a range of health conditions
  • Develop skills in building relationships with employers and negotiating job placements

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the IPS approach and how it can be customized to meet the needs of individual job seekers
  • Learn how to identify job seekers' strengths and how to match them with appropriate job placements
  • Develop skills in communicating with employers and building effective partnerships

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge or experience required
  • Access to a computer with internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive activities

Similar Courses

  • Supporting Individuals with Disabilities in the Workplace
  • Managing Mental Health and Stress
  • Career Coaching

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Notable People in This Field

  • IPS Developer and Trainer
  • IPS Developer and Researcher
  • IPS Developer and Researcher

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Requirements

  • This course is designed for both new and experienced employment specialists who wish to support their clients to reach their potential by implementing best practice IPS. The course is also relevant for clinical teams working with individuals with health conditions, and anyone considering a career supporting people with ill health back into work.

Knowledge

  • Why employment is so important to mental health.How Individual Placement and Support (IPS) helps clients back to work.What the role of Employment Specialist involves.How Employment Specialists can deliver IPS most effectively, to help clients reach their potential.

Summary of User Reviews

Learn how to support individuals with health conditions in entering the workforce with this IPS delivery course. Users have found this course to be informative and practical, with a high overall rating. Many users appreciated the interactive nature of the course, which allowed them to apply the concepts learned in real-life scenarios.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Interactive and practical approach to learning

Pros from User Reviews

  • Clear and concise information
  • Easy to navigate platform
  • Real-life scenarios to apply concepts learned
  • Expert instructors
  • Flexible learning schedule

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course to be too basic
  • Limited opportunities for discussion with peers
  • Not enough emphasis on mental health conditions
  • Some technical issues with the platform
  • Lack of personalized feedback from instructors
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