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Free Level 1 Mental Health Awareness Course in Selby – Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service

CostFREE
Duration4 hours
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 Selby. Classes run at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day. This is a short course, running over 4 hours. You'll explore what mental health means, how to recognise common conditions, and how to support people who may be struggling. The course suits people working in care, education, or support roles. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this level 1 mental health awareness qualification is the right fit for you.

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 to respond to someone who may be struggling.
  • You'll explore the impact of mental health on daily life and work.
  • You'll understand when and how to signpost someone to further support.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service. You'll take part in group discussions and tutor-led sessions. Assessment is through a short written or knowledge-based activity completed during the course. No exams are required.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
  • Support worker: help people with mental health or learning needs.
  • Mental health first aider: provide first-line mental health support at work.
  • Teaching assistant: support pupils' wellbeing alongside classroom learning.
  • SEN teaching assistant: work with children with additional needs.
  • Youth support worker: support young people in community or school settings.
  • Nursery practitioner: care for and support young children's development.
  • Adult educator: teach or support learners in community education.

What you could study next

After this free mental health awareness course, you could move on to a Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness for a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and support strategies. A Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care would open doors to more senior care and support roles. If you're interested in workplace mental health, a Mental Health First Aid England qualification is widely used by employers.

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