Free Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Skipton. Classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, part-time during the day. This is a short course, completed in 4 hours. It covers the basics of mental health, common conditions, and how to support people who may be struggling. The course is free for adults aged 19 or over who meet the funding eligibility criteria. You'll come away with a solid grounding in mental health awareness that is useful across care, education, and support roles.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who work in the care sector or have chilren with nutritional requirements.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll understand what mental health means and why it matters.
You'll recognise common mental health conditions and their signs.
You'll learn how stigma affects people with mental health difficulties.
You'll explore ways to support someone who is experiencing poor mental health.
You'll understand when and how to signpost people to professional help.
You'll develop awareness of your own mental wellbeing.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. The course uses a mix of tutor-led discussion, group activities, and guided learning. Assessment is through a short written task or knowledge questions completed during the session. There are no exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service 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 care in residential or community settings
Mental health first aider: offer first-response support in a workplace or community setting
Teaching assistant: support pupils with emotional and social difficulties in school
SEN teaching assistant: work with children with special educational needs
Youth support worker: help young people navigate personal and emotional challenges
Nursery practitioner: support children's emotional wellbeing in early years settings
Adult educator: deliver community learning or wellbeing programmes
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness: builds on this course with deeper knowledge of conditions and support strategies.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: broader coverage, useful for care and support roles.
Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health (Highfield or similar): a recognised workplace mental health first aid qualification.
Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid: for those moving into a lead or advisory role in mental health support.
