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Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Hastings

Cost�77.00 There are no extra costs for this course.
Duration5 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Hastings. Classes run at East Sussex College Hastings Station Plaza Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 5 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll develop your understanding of mental health, explore what causes mental health difficulties, and look at the rights of people living with mental health conditions. The level 1 mental health awareness classes also challenge common myths and misconceptions. This mental health awareness qualification is awarded by NCFE.

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 issuesPlease note: If you are unemployed/in receipt of eligible benefits or in receipt of a low wage (less than �25,750 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 explore key ideas and concepts related to mental health.
  • You'll identify common causes of mental health difficulties.
  • You'll examine myths and misconceptions surrounding mental health.
  • You'll develop your knowledge of the rights of people with mental health conditions.
  • You'll build awareness of the issues that affect people living with mental health conditions.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at the Hastings Station Plaza Campus. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, discussion, and guided activities. Assessment is through a short written assignment or knowledge-check tasks set by the centre. No formal exam is required for this Level 1 Award.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Sussex College Hastings Station Plaza 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 the people you care for.
  • Teaching assistant: support pupils' wellbeing in school settings.
  • SEN teaching assistant: work with students who have additional mental health needs.
  • Youth support worker: help young people facing mental health challenges.
  • Mental health first aider: a recognised workplace role using awareness skills.
  • Nursery practitioner: recognise early signs of emotional difficulty in young children.
  • Adult educator: bring mental health awareness into community learning.

What you could study next

A Level 2 Award or Certificate in Mental Health is a natural next step, covering mental health in more depth and carrying more weight with employers in care and education. You could also look at a Level 2 Award in Mental Health First Aid, or a Level 3 Award in Mental Health in the Workplace if you want to take on a more formal mental health first aider role. For those moving into care or support work, a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care builds on this foundation.

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