Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Online Training

Develop the knowledge and understanding needed to support individuals living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) within healthcare, mental health, and social care settings.

This Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Online Training course is designed for healthcare professionals and care staff who support individuals experiencing emotional dysregulation, mental health challenges, self-harming behaviours, relationship difficulties, and crisis situations associated with BPD.

The course provides essential guidance on recognising symptoms, understanding risk factors, exploring evidence-based treatments, supporting families and carers, and promoting compassionate, person-centred care.

Online Borderline Personality Disorder Training for Healthcare Staff

This online BPD training module helps healthcare professionals improve their understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder while promoting safer, more supportive, and stigma-free care practices.

The course focuses on assessment, therapeutic approaches, emotional regulation, crisis management, communication, self-care, and evidence-based treatment models used in mental health care.

Who Should Complete This Course?

This course is suitable for:
Nurses
Mental Health Nurses
Healthcare Assistants
Support Workers
Care Home Staff
Community Mental Health Staff
Social Care Workers
Allied Healthcare Professionals
Counsellors and Therapists
Clinical Support Workers
Any professional supporting individuals with mental health conditions

Course Duration
Approximately 1 hour online learning
Self-paced training
Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile
1 CPD point awarded
Certificate issued on successful completion
6 months access from the date of purchase

Course Aim
The aim of this course is to provide healthcare and care professionals with the knowledge and understanding required to recognise Borderline Personality Disorder, support individuals compassionately, understand evidence-based treatment approaches, and promote person-centred mental health care.

What You Will Learn

By the end of the course learners will be able to:
Understand what Borderline Personality Disorder is
Recognise common signs and symptoms of BPD
Understand the causes and risk factors associated with BPD
Recognise co-occurring mental health conditions
Understand assessment and diagnostic processes
Explore evidence-based treatment approaches
Apply supportive therapeutic strategies
Support families and carers effectively
Understand the importance of professional self-care and burnout prevention
Recognise and challenge stigma associated with BPD
Promote compassionate and person-centred support approaches

Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder
Understand what BPD is and how it affects individuals’ lives and wellbeing.

Topics include:
Definition of BPD
Prevalence and awareness
Emotional dysregulation
Impact on daily life
Relationship difficulties
Mental health support needs
Module 2: Diagnostic Criteria

Develop an understanding of the diagnostic criteria used for Borderline Personality Disorder.

Topics include:
DSM-5 diagnostic criteria
Assessment considerations
Emotional instability
Identity disturbance
Impulsivity
Self-harming behaviours
Module 3: Etiology and Risk Factors

Explore the possible causes and contributing factors linked to BPD.

Topics include:
Genetic factors
Environmental influences
Trauma and adverse experiences
Neurobiological factors
Risk awareness
Early intervention considerations
Module 4: Signs and Symptoms of BPD

Learn how to recognise common symptoms and behavioural patterns associated with BPD.

Topics include:
Emotional dysregulation
Intense relationships
Fear of abandonment
Impulsive behaviour
Self-harm awareness
Crisis presentation
Module 5: Co-Occurring Disorders

Understand the mental health conditions that commonly occur alongside BPD.

Topics include:
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Substance misuse
Eating disorders
Trauma-related conditions
Dual diagnosis awareness
Module 6: Assessment and Diagnosis

Develop understanding of assessment procedures and professional responsibilities.

Topics include:
Clinical interviews
Assessment tools
Risk assessment
Observation and communication
Mental health referrals
Multidisciplinary working
Module 7: Evidence-Based Treatments

Learn about recognised therapeutic approaches used in BPD treatment and support.

Topics include:
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT)
Schema Therapy
Psychological interventions
Treatment planning
Recovery-focused approaches
Module 8: Therapeutic Approaches and Interventions

Explore practical strategies for supporting individuals living with BPD.

Topics include:
Boundary setting
Emotion regulation support
Validation techniques
Crisis management
Trauma-informed care
Building trust and therapeutic relationships
Module 9: Working with Families and Carers

Understand the role families and carers play in supporting recovery and wellbeing.

Topics include:
Family involvement
Supporting carers
Communication strategies
Collaborative care approaches
Emotional support
Building support networks
Module 10: Self-Care and Burnout Prevention

Learn the importance of maintaining professional wellbeing while supporting individuals with complex mental health needs.

Topics include:
Professional self-care
Preventing burnout
Reflective practice
Emotional resilience
Mindfulness and self-awareness
Accessing support appropriately
Module 11: Stigma and Attitudes

Understand the impact stigma can have on individuals living with BPD.

Topics include:
Challenging stigma
Compassionate language
Improving awareness
Promoting inclusion
Humanising mental health experiences
Reducing barriers to support
Module 12: Case Studies and Practical Learning

Apply learning through realistic healthcare and mental health scenarios.

Topics include:
Case study examples
Crisis response strategies
Communication approaches
Practical intervention planning
Reflective learning exercises

Assessment and Certification
Learners will complete an end of course assessment to test their understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder, therapeutic approaches, communication, and person-centred mental health support.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Online Training certificate.

CPD Information
1 CPD point awarded
Supports Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) continuing professional development requirements
Nursing CPD Requirements

Nurses are required to complete 35 hours of relevant CPD during their three-year revalidation period.

Of these 35 hours:

A minimum of 20 hours should involve participatory learning
CPD activities should support safe and effective professional practice
Learning should remain relevant to professional responsibilities
UK Guidance and References

This course aligns with current UK healthcare and mental health guidance including:
NHS mental health best practice guidance
NICE guidelines for personality disorders
Mental health safeguarding principles
Trauma-informed care approaches
Person-centred care standards
NMC professional responsibilities
Why Choose This Course?
Designed specifically for healthcare and mental health professionals
Flexible online learning
Improves awareness of Borderline Personality Disorder
Supports compassionate and person-centred care
Covers evidence-based treatment approaches
Promotes safer mental health support practices
Instant certification on completion
Additional Information

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare
directly:

Telephone: 0208 3266 704
Email: contact@trainhealthcare.com

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

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Strengthen your understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder, improve your confidence in supporting individuals with complex mental health needs, and promote compassionate, person-centred care with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Online Training today.