Social Care
What is Depression? Online Course
Understand the signs, causes, and impact of depression and learn how to offer appropriate support to those affected. This course covers the different types of depression, risk factors, the impact on individuals' daily lives, how to recognise warning signs in people you support, and practical strategies for providing compassionate, person-centred care.
Your What is Depression? certificate is included in the £35 Chefs Bay Academy licence, along with 130+ other CPD accredited courses. One payment, 12 months of access, no subscription.
What is Depression? at a glance
What is Depression? is a CPD accredited online course from Chefs Bay Academy, taking 15 mins to complete. The certificate is ready to download as soon as you pass.
| Duration | 15 mins, self-paced |
|---|---|
| Certificate | CPD Accredited, instant download |
| Price | £35 licence covering all 130+ courses |
| Access | 12 months, any device, unlimited retakes |
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Chefs Bay Academy is run by Chefs Bay Hospitality Limited (Company No. 13588811), a UK hospitality and care staffing agency based in Merseyside. Your £35 licence covers this course and 130+ others, all CPD accredited, with 12 months of access.
What this course costs elsewhere
| Comparison | Typical single certificate | Chefs Bay Academy licence, all 130+ courses |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £10-£40 per course, usually + VAT | £35 once, VAT included |
| Covers | One course | All 130+ courses |
| Access | Typically 60-90 days | 12 months, one person |
| Retakes | Often charged again | Unlimited, any course |
| Refunds | Varies by provider | Full refund within 14 days, if no certificate downloaded |
Market range from provider price lists, checked August 2026. £35 is the whole licence, covering all 130+ courses for 12 months, not a per-course price.
What You'll Learn
- Understanding Depression: What It Is and What It Is Not
- Types of Depression and Risk Factors
- Recognising Signs and Symptoms
- The Impact of Depression on Daily Life
- Supporting Individuals with Depression
- When and How to Seek Professional Help
Who Needs This Course
Care workers, support workers, nurses, and healthcare professionals who work with individuals who may be experiencing depression and need to provide informed, sensitive support.
Your Certificate
Pass the assessment and your certificate is ready to download as a PDF the same day, with your name and the course title on it. Print it, email it to a manager, or attach it to a CV.
- PDF download, same day you pass
- CPD accredited by The CPD Certification Service
- Retake the assessment as often as you need
These are training courses, not Ofqual-regulated qualifications. Read how our accreditation works.
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What is Depression?
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