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Free Level 1 Mental Health and Wellbeing Course in Barrow in Furness

CostFREE
Duration4 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start17 Mar 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Mental Health and Wellbeing Course in Barrow in Furness. Classes run at The Bridge Barrow-in-Furness, part-time during the day.

The course runs over four weeks. You'll explore what mental health and wellbeing mean, learn about different types of conditions, and find out what support is available. Classes are short and manageable, making them easy to fit around other commitments. You'll need an English qualification at Entry Level 3 or above, such as a GCSE or Functional Skills equivalent. You'll also complete an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right level for you.

You'll finish with an Ascentis Award in Mental Health and Well-Being.

Who this course is for

A short qualification course that enhances your knowledge of the terms mental health and wellbeing, different types of conditions, and the support available.

Entry requirements

As this is a level 1 course you should have an English qualification at entry level 3 or above. This could be a GCSE or an equivalent such as a functional skills qualification.

You will also need to undertake an initial assessment to determine if this is the right level for you.

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 support available to people experiencing mental health difficulties.
  • You'll recognise signs that someone may be struggling with their mental health.
  • You'll build awareness of how mental health affects everyday life.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at The Bridge Barrow-in-Furness. Learning is delivered face to face in a small group setting. Assessment is through short written tasks or activities completed during the course. There are no exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Bridge Barrow-in-Furness will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports people with daily living in care settings.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with mental health or learning needs.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in health services.
  • Community outreach worker, connects people with local support services.
  • Volunteer coordinator, organises volunteers for health or wellbeing charities.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness, a natural next step that goes deeper into mental health topics.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health, builds on this course and is recognised by many employers in health and social care.
  • Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification, opens doors to a wider range of roles working with people.
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