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Free Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Liverpool – St Helens College Knowsley Campus

CostFREE
Duration24 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Liverpool. Classes run at St Helens College Knowsley Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 24 hours, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll explore what mental health means, how to recognise signs that someone may be struggling, and how to respond with care and confidence. The course covers a range of conditions and looks at the support available to people in everyday settings. It suits anyone working or volunteering with people, or those looking to move into roles in care, education, or community support.

Who this course is for

This Course is for people who want to study Award in Mental Health Awareness

Entry requirements

Please check www.knowsleycollege.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what mental health is and why it matters.
  • You'll recognise common mental health conditions and their signs.
  • You'll explore the factors that affect a person's mental wellbeing.
  • You'll learn how to respond to someone who may be experiencing a mental health difficulty.
  • You'll identify sources of support and how to signpost people to help.
  • You'll develop awareness of stigma and how it affects people seeking support.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at St Helens College Knowsley Campus. You'll take part in group discussions, tutor-led sessions, and activities that build your understanding of mental health topics. Assessment is through short written tasks or knowledge checks completed during the course. No exams are required.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Helens College Knowsley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: assist adults with mental health or learning needs
  • Care assistant: provide day-to-day support in care settings
  • Mental health first aider: be a first point of contact at work
  • Teaching assistant: support pupils with emotional and social needs
  • SEN teaching assistant: work with children with additional needs
  • Youth support worker: support young people in community settings
  • Nursery practitioner: care for and support young children
  • Adult educator: deliver learning in community or care contexts

What you could study next

A Level 1 Award is a solid starting point. From here you could move on to a Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness for a deeper understanding of conditions and support strategies. If you're heading into care or education, a Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care or a Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification would build on what you've learned. For those aiming toward a formal mental health first aider role, a recognised Mental Health First Aid England qualification is worth exploring.

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