Course Details

  • Course Code: USVC21SFC
  • Location: Online
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Cost:
  • Qualification: All modern browsers and devices

Further Details

  • Course Access: Lifetime
  • Exams Included: Yes
  • Compatibility: All major devices and browsers

Approved Course:

A027673



The Self-Care Certification

The purpose of this course is to help support you in taking ownership of your own wellbeing and looking after yourself the best you can. We will guide you through ways in which you can help yourself mentally, nutritionally, physically, socially and through prioritizing. The course will look at practical methods for self-coping on all levels and will offer guidance on how you can tie it all together by creating a healthy day-to-day routine and setting manageable, achievable, realistic and healthy goals.

We will cover issues including how to ease isolation and loneliness; finding motivation while faced with the monotony of working from home; coping with heightened anxiety induced by not being able to work at home, or from being at higher risk, or from protecting those at risk in the community generally; managing the cabin fever of family dynamics; establishing healthy boundaries; enduring separation from loved ones and coping with grief.

The course will offer simple, practical ways to help you cope with these various issues, as well as signpost you to resources that can offer you further help, should you feel you need it.

You will Learn:

  • How to build and maintain a healthy mindset
  • What to recognize as warning signs your mental health may need further support
  • How to help your body regulate some of the hormones essential for good mental health
  • How to become more conscious as to healthy ways to manage social challenges

Benefits of Taking this Course:

  • Feeling empowered that you are taking a proactive step towards better wellbeing for you, and for those around you
  • Improving your mental, physical, social and habitual health and feel better equipped to manage the many challenges you may face
  • Feeling better able to support loved ones and your community; a healthy and balanced person is always better able to support those around them, so prioritizing self-care really does help others as well as yourself


Course Modules/Lessons

Module 01: Mindset and Mental Wellbeing

  • How your mindset is crucial to creating and maintaining good mental wellbeing
  • How you can work on your mindset to make shifts and changes to help you align yourself better with the healthiest version of you
  • Better awareness of mental health in general, and what to look for in yourself or those around you if you perceive you/they are struggling and need further support
  • Where to seek further support

Module 02: Social Wellbeing

  • Ways to tackle isolation and loneliness, whether you are living alone yourself, or supporting those who do
  • Why it’s essential to put in place some healthy boundaries to protect your personal ‘me-time’
  • Why it’s more important than ever to communicate consciously and effectively with those around you, and some easy ways to do so
  • How to navigate the increase in social screen time due to home-working and • Why retaining a sense of community is important and how you can feel a sense of belonging

Module 03: Nutritional Wellbeing and Immunity

  • How best to understand nutrition as a holistic endeavor and way to support your wellbeing
  • The core principles of what to eat and what to avoid to attain a healthy balanced diet
  • How to become more conscious of your dietary habits, and how to address problem areas
  • Good practice for how to handle and prepare food to minimize any risks of contamination

Module 04: Exercise and Physical Wellbeing

  • How and why exercise is so beneficial to our overall wellbeing and contributes so significantly to our mental and physical health
  • How to embrace home-based exercise and experience real meaningful gains without going anywhere near the gym - inspired ways to get active at home
  • How to listen to your body, avoid over-training and focus on the kind of exercise that will best support your individual needs

Module 05: Creating a Healthy Routine

  • How to prioritize your highest areas of need
  • How to set SMART goals in each category and work towards them flexibly and sustainably
  • How to avoid the pitfalls of routine creation – avoiding perfectionism, sabotage and procrastination to ensure you are able to step into your healthiest, best cared-for self over the coming weeks and months

Example Certificate


Certificate No CERTIDNO
This certificate is to verify that
Your Name

has successfully completed the
THE SELF-CARE CERTIFICATION
on the
27th August 2025

A027673
Daniel Morgan
Head Tutor
New Skills Academy

This certificate can be verified online at:
https://old.newskillsacademy.com

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FAQ's

  • Who can take the course?

    Anyone who has an interest in gaining a greater understanding of this subject is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

  • What is the structure of the course?

    The course is broken down in to individual modules. Each module takes between 30 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

  • Where / when can I study the course?

    You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

  • Is there a test at the end of the course?

    Once you have completed all of the modules there is a 30 (multiple choice) question test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

  • What happens if I fail the test?

    If you don’t pass the test first time you will get a second opportunity to take the test again after further study.

  • When will I receive my certificate?

    Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download / print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate there will be an admin charge of $16

  • How can I pay?

    We use Paypal for all payments on the site. You can either use your Visa, MasterCard ,American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. All payments are handled securely by Paypal.

  • Is my payment secure?

    As previously mentioned your payment is totally secure. We use the latest ssl encryption for all transactions.

  • How long after payment can I begin the course?

    You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received.
    You should receive an email with your log in details as soon as your payment has been accepted. If you don’t get this email please check your junk folder, failing that please contact us for further assistance.

  • How long is my certificate valid for?

    There is no expiry or renewal fees

Go at your own pace. There are no time limits for this course.
This course is compatible with all modern devices and browsers.
On completion of the course you will be awarded a certificate.
We are here to help if you have any problems.

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