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Free Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Middlesbrough – Triage Sunderland

CostFREE
Duration3 days
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 Middlesbrough. Classes run at Triage Sunderland, part-time over three days during the daytime. The course covers the realities of mental health difficulties, challenges common myths and misconceptions, and builds your knowledge of the rights of people living with mental health issues. It suits anyone balancing study with other commitments, as the short daytime schedule keeps things manageable.

Who this course is for

The purpose of the qualification is to raise awareness of the issues surrounding mental health difficulties. To dispel some of the myths and misconceptions frequently linked to mental health issues and to develop learners' knowledge of the rights of those with mental health issues.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what mental health difficulties are and how they affect people's lives.
  • You'll explore common myths and misconceptions around mental health.
  • You'll learn about the rights of people with mental health issues.
  • You'll develop knowledge to support others experiencing mental health challenges.
  • You'll build awareness of how to respond sensitively and appropriately in everyday situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions over three days. Learning is delivered face to face, with group discussion and tutor-led activities. Assessment is based on your knowledge and understanding of mental health awareness, completed as part of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Triage Sunderland will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health first aider, supporting colleagues or community members in crisis
  • Support worker, helping adults with mental health or learning needs
  • Care assistant, working in residential or community care settings
  • Teaching assistant, supporting pupils with emotional and social needs
  • SEN teaching assistant, working with students who need additional support
  • Youth support worker, working with young people in community or school settings
  • Nursery practitioner, supporting children's wellbeing and development
  • Adult educator, delivering skills and wellbeing programmes

What you could study next

A Level 1 mental health awareness qualification is a starting point. 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 at Work or a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care opens doors to more senior support and care roles. If you want to work formally as a mental health first aider, a dedicated Mental Health First Aid England qualification is the recognised route.

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