Free Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Ripon. Classes run at Ripon Community House Ripon, during the day, part-time. This free mental health awareness course for adults takes just 4 hours to complete. You'll explore what mental health means, common conditions, and how to support people around you. The course suits people working in care, education, or support roles, and fits around other commitments. You'll come away with a level 1 mental health awareness qualification recognised by employers in health, care, and education.
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 is and why it matters.
You'll recognise signs of common mental health conditions.
You'll learn how stigma affects people with mental health difficulties.
You'll explore ways to support someone experiencing poor mental health.
You'll understand when and how to signpost people to professional help.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Ripon Community House Ripon. The course is delivered over a single 4-hour session. You'll take part in group discussions and tutor-led activities. Assessment is through a short written or multiple-choice task completed during the session. There are no exams to prepare for outside of class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ripon Community House Ripon will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: use mental health awareness to support vulnerable adults
Care assistant: understand the mental health needs of people in your care
Teaching assistant: recognise and respond to pupils' mental health needs
SEN teaching assistant: support students with additional emotional needs
Youth support worker: help young people experiencing mental health difficulties
Mental health first aider: act as a first point of contact in your workplace
Nursery practitioner: spot early signs of emotional difficulties in children
Adult educator: bring mental health awareness into community learning settings
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness: a deeper look at mental health conditions, treatment, and support strategies.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: broader coverage for those moving into care or support roles.
Level 2 Award in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace: practical skills for supporting colleagues.
Level 3 Award in Mental Health at Work: suited to those taking on a lead mental health role in an organisation.
