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Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Eastbourne

Cost£102.00 There are no extra costs for this course.
Duration5 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start24 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, part-time during the day over 5 weeks. You'll build knowledge of mental health, explore what causes mental health difficulties, and look at the rights of people living with mental health conditions. The course also addresses common myths and misconceptions around mental health. It suits anyone fitting study around work, caring, or other commitments.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 1 Mental Health Awareness course is an ideal short course for anyone who would like to start to develop their knowledge and understanding of the ideas related to mental health and some of the causes of mental health difficulties.

The objectives of this qualification are to:

  • raise awareness of the issues surrounding mental health
  • dispel some of the myths and misconceptions frequently linked to mental health issues
  • develop learners' knowledge of the rights of those with mental health issues.

Please note: If you are unemployed/in receipt of eligible benefits or in receipt of a low wage (less than £26,800 annual gross salary) you should be eligible to take this course for free. Please contact us for more information.

Entry requirements

Please see website

What you will learn

  • You'll understand key ideas and concepts related to mental health.
  • You'll explore common causes of mental health difficulties.
  • You'll learn about the rights of people with mental health conditions.
  • You'll examine myths and misconceptions frequently linked to mental health.
  • You'll develop awareness of the issues surrounding mental health in everyday settings.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus. Learning is assessed through written activities and short tasks completed during the course. Assessment is designed to check your understanding of mental health awareness topics covered in class.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: use mental health awareness in day-to-day client support.
  • Care assistant: understand the mental health needs of people in your care.
  • Teaching assistant: support pupils' emotional wellbeing in school settings.
  • SEN teaching assistant: work with students who have mental health or additional needs.
  • Youth support worker: help young people navigate mental health challenges.
  • Mental health first aider: provide initial support in workplace or community settings.
  • Nursery practitioner: recognise early signs of emotional difficulty in young children.
  • Adult educator: teach or support learners who may have mental health needs.

What you could study next

After this level 1 mental health awareness qualification, you could move on to a Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness for a deeper understanding. From there, a Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid or a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care opens doors to more senior support and care roles. If you're working in education, a Level 3 Award in Education and Training is a natural next step.

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