Free Level 2 Awareness of Mental Health Problems Course. Study online, at your own pace, without travelling to a centre. This free awareness of mental health problems course takes around 21 weeks and covers a broad range of conditions, including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, dementia, and eating disorders. You'll build a grounded understanding of mental ill-health and the factors that contribute to it. No prior experience in health or social care is needed. You'll need a desktop or laptop to access your learning.
Who this course is for
This engaging and comprehensive course is designed for those looking to expand their understanding and knowledge of mental health. It covers a wide range of topics, including understanding mental health, stress, anxiety, phobias, depression, postnatal depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, dementia, and eating disorders.
This course aims to raise awareness and deepen your understanding of various mental health conditions and the factors contributing to mental ill-health. By the end of the course, you will have gained valuable insights into the complexities of mental health, empowering you to make a positive impact in both personal and professional settings.
Get ready to embark on a journey that not only enhances your knowledge but also prepares you for further studies or careers in the field of mental health and social care. Join us and become part of a community dedicated to promoting mental well-being and supporting those in need!
What our learners say...
5 Star Feedback: "I enjoyed all aspects of the course. I find I am more understanding of individuals and their actions, feelings and behaviour, even if they do not have any mental health issues or disorders. I try to listen better and be more supportive to family, friends and others who may need support or just someone to vent to. My assessor was greatly supportive, encouraging and understanding." - Deborah
5 Star Feedback: "I work in HR in social care for a company that provides domiciliary care for people with disabilities. Some of our service users have mental health conditions but what we are seeing is a lot of people that are coming to work here also have some quite complex mental health conditions themselves. Being able to understand this is very beneficial for my role. I didn't seek any support but the feedback received from my assessor was wonderful. I have really enjoyed doing this course." - Caroline
Our enrolment process is completely online and you will be assisted every step of the way
Entry requirements
Please ensure you have a suitable device to study the course upon, such as a desktop or laptop to allow learners to view their learning account and type answers with ease.
No experience in the Health and Social Sector is needed.
What you will learn
You'll understand what mental health is and how mental ill-health develops.
You'll explore conditions including anxiety, phobias, depression, and postnatal depression.
You'll learn about bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and psychotic conditions.
You'll study dementia and its impact on individuals and those around them.
You'll examine eating disorders and the factors that contribute to them.
You'll recognise how stress affects mental health and everyday functioning.
You'll consider how mental health conditions affect people in personal and professional settings.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online through a learning account you access from a desktop or laptop. You'll type written answers as part of your assessment. An assessor will review your work and provide feedback throughout the course. The enrolment process is also fully online.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a desktop or laptop to access your learning account and complete written answers. No textbooks or specialist materials are required. Bournemouth & Poole College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with mental health conditions day to day.
Support worker: work alongside adults in community or residential settings.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical teams in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: provide direct support to people in crisis or recovery.
HR or people manager: apply mental health awareness in workplace settings.
Domiciliary care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.
Volunteer coordinator: support volunteers working with vulnerable adults.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid: a practical qualification for supporting people in mental health crisis.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the main route into senior care roles and supervisory positions.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dementia: deepens knowledge of one specific condition covered in this course.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health and Social Care): prepares you for degree-level study in nursing, social work, or psychology.
