Free Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Pickering. Classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, part-time during the day. This is a short course, running over 4 hours, so it fits around other commitments. It covers the basics of mental health, helping you recognise signs of poor mental health and understand how to respond. The course is particularly relevant if you work in care, education, or support roles. You'll come away with a practical grounding in mental health awareness.
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 identify common mental health conditions and their signs.
You'll understand the factors that affect mental health and wellbeing.
You'll explore how stigma around mental health affects people.
You'll learn how to respond supportively to someone experiencing poor mental health.
You'll recognise when and how to signpost people to further help.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Atmosphere Centre for Young People. The course uses group discussion and tutor-led activities to explore mental health topics. Assessment is through short written tasks or a knowledge check completed during the session. No exams are required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: assist people with mental health or care needs day to day.
Care assistant: provide personal and emotional support in care settings.
Teaching assistant: support pupils including those with mental health challenges.
SEN teaching assistant: work with students who have additional learning needs.
Youth support worker: help young people with wellbeing and personal development.
Mental health first aider: provide initial support in workplace or community settings.
Nursery practitioner: care for and support young children's emotional wellbeing.
Adult educator: teach or support adults in community learning environments.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness: builds on this course with more depth on conditions, support strategies, and professional boundaries.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: a broader qualification covering recovery, legislation, and working in mental health services.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a wider care qualification that includes mental health units, useful if you're moving into a support or care role.
