Course Description:
Have an understanding of the global refugee and UK context.
Knowledge of the reasons why people flee their homes to seek sanctuary elsewhere.
Knowledge of what might be involved in reaching a place of safety.
Understanding of the emotional health and wellbeing difficulties asylum seekers may suffer, and the factors that impact it.
Understand how it is possible to support asylum seekers who suffer with poor physical and mental health.
Know how to access professional therapeutic support.
Develop an awareness of related issues that impact the experience of people seeking asylum.