Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Plymouth. Classes run at Achievement Training Plymouth, part-time during the day over 11 weeks. The course is free for some learners and fees may apply for others, depending on your age, employment status, and income. There are no specific entry requirements. You'll build your understanding of mental health and the range of issues that affect mental wellbeing. The course suits people in health, social care, community, or public-facing roles, as well as anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge.
Who this course is for
The qualification is appropriate for people with an interest in raising their own understanding of mental health issues. It would complement study in a range of areas, eg citizenship, PSHE, healthcare, social care, counselling or public services. It may also be particularly useful for those working within the voluntary and community sector and for others whose role calls for interaction with the general public in their day-to-day work.
This course is delivered throughout the year.
Entry requirements
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. To achieve the Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness, you must successfully demonstrate your knowledge and understanding.
What you will learn
You'll explore what mental health is and why it matters.
You'll learn about a range of common mental health conditions.
You'll understand the factors that can contribute to mental ill health.
You'll develop knowledge of how mental health problems can affect daily life.
You'll learn how to respond with awareness and sensitivity to people experiencing mental health difficulties.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day. The course is delivered over 11 weeks on a roll-on, roll-off basis, so you can join at a suitable point in the year. Assessment is internal and based on demonstrating your knowledge and understanding of all the required topics. No grades are awarded. You do not sit an external exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Achievement Training Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: assist adults with mental health needs day to day.
Care assistant: provide personal and emotional support in care settings.
Mental health first aider: respond to mental health concerns in the workplace.
Teaching assistant: support pupils' wellbeing alongside classroom learning.
SEN teaching assistant: work with students who have additional needs.
Youth support worker: help young people manage challenges and build resilience.
Nursery practitioner: support children's emotional development in early years.
Adult educator: teach or facilitate learning in community or health settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems: a deeper look at mental health conditions, suited to those moving into health or social care work.
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care: a practical step toward a career in care.
Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care: for those working or planning to work in specialist care roles.
Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia: focused knowledge for working with people living with dementia.
