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Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Keighley

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Keighley. Classes run at Keighley College, part-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, there's no fee. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available. There are no formal entry requirements. The course runs over one year and builds your understanding of mental health issues, covering how to recognise common conditions and how to respond with care and confidence. It suits anyone looking to deepen their knowledge, whether for work or personal reasons.

Who this course is for

The qualification is appropriate for a wide range of people with an interest in raising their own understanding of mental health issues.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore what mental health means and why it matters.
  • You'll learn to recognise signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions.
  • You'll understand the factors that can affect a person's mental wellbeing.
  • You'll discover how to respond to someone who may be struggling.
  • You'll learn about the support services and resources available to people in need.
  • You'll develop awareness of stigma around mental health and how to challenge it.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom at Keighley College. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and guided activities. Assessment is through written tasks and short assignments completed during the course. There are no exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Keighley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health first aider: provide first-line support in workplaces or community settings.
  • Support worker: assist adults with mental health or learning needs.
  • Care assistant: support individuals in residential or home care settings.
  • Teaching assistant: help students in schools, including those with additional needs.
  • SEN teaching assistant: work alongside pupils with special educational needs.
  • Youth support worker: support young people's emotional and social wellbeing.
  • Nursery practitioner: work with young children in early years settings.
  • Adult educator: support learners in community or further education settings.

What you could study next

A Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Qualification is a starting point. From here, you could move on to a Level 2 Award in Mental Health First Aid, which is recognised by many employers in health, education, and social care. A Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace takes this further for those moving into supervisory or training roles. If you're heading into care or support work, a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care would be a natural next step.

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