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Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes - Level 1 - e-learning Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -
CPD-Accredited Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes - Level 1 - eLearning Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -
Online Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes - Level 1 Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -

Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes - Level 1

Trusted by over 1 million learners, The Mandatory Training Group delivers accredited courses through ComplyPlus™ LMS, our AI-powered, interactive e-learning platform. Designed for compliance and impact, our training supports CQC, Ofsted, HSE and other regulatory standards.

Price:

£19.99 + VAT

Course reviews:

Level:

1

Duration:

1 hour

Method:

Fully online 24/7 via ComplyPlus™ LMS

Platform:

Desktop, Laptop, Mobile, Tablet

Course access expiry:

365 days

Certificate validity:

No expiry - CPD-accredited, instant digital certificate on completion

Last updated:

19 May 2026 (V2.6)

Accepted payments:

Course overview

CPD-Accredited | NHS & NICE Aligned | ComplyPlus™ LMS

This Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes Level 1 online course provides essential knowledge of stigma, prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination linked to mental health. It explores how attitudes, behaviours, and media influence perceptions and impact individuals in both personal and professional settings. This course supports learners in understanding real-life experiences and developing practical strategies to challenge stigma and promote inclusive, supportive environments.

Course content

This Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes e-learning course covers:

  • Key definitions of stigma, stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination in mental health contexts
  • How individuals experience stigma and discrimination in daily life and community settings
  • Common misconceptions about mental health conditions and their impact on understanding
  • The role of media and social media in shaping public perceptions
  • Positive and negative impacts of media on mental health awareness
  • Workplace, education, and community experiences of discrimination
  • Practical actions to challenge stigma and promote inclusion in everyday practice
  • Strategies for creating supportive, respectful and stigma-free environments.

Who is this course for?

This Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes eLearning course is for:

  • Employers, managers, and employees across all sectors
  • Health, social care, education, and community staff
  • Individuals supporting people with mental health conditions
  • Professionals seeking to improve awareness of mental health stigma and discrimination
  • Learners promoting inclusive, respectful and supportive environments.

Aims

The aims of this Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes online course are to:

  • Provide knowledge of stigma, stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination and their impact on individuals living with mental health conditions across wider society, workplaces, educational settings and everyday interactions in real-life situations
  • Develop understanding of practical strategies to challenge stigma, improve attitudes, and promote inclusive, supportive environments that encourage respect, awareness, empathy and positive behavioural change.

Learning objectives

This Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes e-learning course will:

  • Explain key concepts, including stigma, stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination
  • Explore how individuals experience stigma in workplaces, communities, and education
  • Examine the influence of media and social media on perceptions of mental health and public awareness of mental health issues
  • Present real-life examples and common misconceptions about mental health conditions and how they affect attitudes and behaviour
  • Introduce practical actions to challenge stigma and discrimination
  • Support understanding of inclusive behaviours and respectful communication
  • Provide structured learning to promote awareness and behaviour change
  • Encourage application of learning to promote positive attitudes in real-world settings.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Understanding Mental Health Stigma and Stereotypes eLearning course, you will be able to:

  • Define stigma, stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination with examples in mental health contexts
  • Describe how individuals experience stigma and discrimination in different settings
  • Identify common misconceptions about mental health conditions and explain how they influence attitudes
  • Explain how media and social media influence public perceptions and mental health awareness
  • Recognise the impact of stigma on well-being, inclusion, relationships, and opportunities
  • Apply practical actions to challenge stigma, discrimination, and misconceptions while promoting inclusive interactions
  • Reflect on attitudes and apply stigma awareness to support positive behaviour and inclusive environments.

Course assessment

  • Multiple-choice knowledge assessment with a minimum pass mark of 80%
  • Assessment questions mapped directly to course learning outcomes
  • Unlimited assessment retakes included
  • Confirms knowledge of stigma, stereotypes, and discrimination in mental health.

Course certification

  • CPD-accredited digital certificate issued on successful course completion
  • Certificate available for immediate download as a secure PDF
  • Supports evidence of mental health awareness and inclusive practice
  • Certificate authenticity can be verified via the ComplyPlus™ platform.

Refresher requirements

  • There is no formal certificate expiry period for this course
  • Earlier refresher is advised if legislation, guidance, workplace policy, or risk assessments change.

Course accreditation

  • Externally reviewed and accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service, ensuring high-quality training meeting international standards
  • Supports awareness aligned to the National Health Service (NHS), National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and workplace well-being guidance
  • Informed by UK mental health strategies, equality legislation, and anti-discrimination frameworks.

Frequently asked questions

Why is this online course on understanding mental health stigma and stereotypes important?
This online course helps reduce stigma, improve understanding, and promote inclusive behaviours to support individuals with mental health conditions.
What does this e-learning course on understanding mental health stigma and stereotypes cover?
This e-learning course covers stigma, stereotypes, discrimination, media influence, and actions to challenge misconceptions.
Who should take this eLearning course on understanding mental health stigma and stereotypes?
This eLearning course is suitable for anyone seeking to improve awareness of mental health stigma in the workplace, educational, or community settings.
How do I log on to the eLearning platform?
After purchasing a course, you'll receive an email with your login details and a platform access link to ComplyPlus? LMS (optimised for Google Chrome). Your email address will serve as your fixed username. To avoid access issues, ensure your purchase information is accurate and up to date.
I haven't received my login details. What should I do?
Your login details are emailed automatically right after purchase. Please check your Spam or Junk folder, as some email providers (like Google or Yahoo) may direct them there.
How do I download my certificate(s)?

Once you have successfully completed the end-of-course assessment with a passing score, your certificate will be made available online on ComplyPlus? LMS . It is issued in a quality-assured PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the platform.

Once available, you can:

  • Download the certificate directly to your device
  • Save a digital copy for your records
  • Print a physical copy if needed.

No physical copy will be mailed, as all certificates are issued electronically for convenience and instant access.

Can I request name changes on certificates?

Learners are not allowed to change their names directly in the LMS. This is to ensure that the name reflected on the certificate belongs to the actual individual who completed the course and to prevent the risk of name forgery or transferring certificates to others.

If you need to request a name change, please contact our Support Team by submitting your concern through this form. Kindly include a clear reason for the change and any supporting documentation required for verification.

Do you give discounts for bulk purchases?

Yes, we offer competitive volume discounts for organisations enrolling multiple candidates in any of our online training courses. To view our current volume discount options, click here.

Login steps

  1. If you are a New User, check the email you provided for the login instructions
  2. If they are not in your Inbox, please check your Junk/Spam folder
  3. Follow the instructions provided and proceed to the LMS
  4. If you are an Existing User, proceed to your account
  5. If you cannot remember your account password, click here
  6. If you bought 1 license, you can either assign the course to yourself or another person once you log in
  7. If you bought 2 or more licenses of the same course, a group account will be automatically created so you can add and monitor your learners.

Need Help? Contact our support team via Live Chat for quicker assistance or email info@mandatorytraining.co.uk

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