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Level 1 Mental Health and Wellbeing Course in Bradford

CostFree
Duration10 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

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About this course

Level 1 Mental Health and Wellbeing Course in Bradford. Classes run at Skills for Work, with flexible daytime attendance. This course is fully funded for permanent UK residents aged 19 or over. You'll explore what mental health and wellbeing mean, learn about different mental health conditions, and find out where to get support. The course also covers how to look after your own mental health. It takes around 10 hours to complete, making it a manageable step alongside other commitments.

Who this course is for

The Ascentis Level 1 Award in Mental Health and Well-being introduces learners to the terms "mental health" and "well-being" and the different types of conditions and the support available.

Entry requirements

Good literacy and basic IT skills

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what the terms 'mental health' and 'wellbeing' mean.
  • You'll learn about different types of mental health conditions.
  • You'll explore the treatments and support available for mental health conditions.
  • You'll find out how to access support for yourself or others.
  • You'll develop practical strategies to look after your own mental health and wellbeing.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Skills for Work, with flexible daytime sessions. Learning is built around the Ascentis Level 1 Award in Mental Health and Well-Being. Assessment is based on the qualification's unit requirements. Your tutor will guide you through the content and confirm the exact assessment approach before you begin. Good literacy and basic IT skills are required to join the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Skills for Work will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant. Supporting people with mental health needs in care settings.
  • Support worker. Helping individuals in community or residential services.
  • Healthcare administrator. Office-based roles in NHS or health organisations.
  • Peer support worker. Using lived experience to support others.
  • Community outreach worker. Connecting people to local mental health services.
  • Teaching assistant. Supporting pupils with emotional and wellbeing needs.

What you could study next

After completing this level 1 mental health and wellbeing qualification, you could move on to a Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness, which goes deeper into supporting others. From there, a Level 3 Award or Certificate in Mental Health is a common next step for those moving into support or care roles. If you're interested in working in health and social care more broadly, a Level 2 Diploma in Care is worth exploring.

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