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Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course Online – University Centre Somerset

CostFREE
Duration26 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Awareness of Mental Health Problems Course. Study online at your own pace over 26 weeks.

The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply.

You will explore a range of common mental health conditions, their causes, and how they affect people's lives. The course looks at how mental health problems are identified and the support available. You will finish with an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems.

Who this course is for

UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite. Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes such as furthering personal development and career opportunities. They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what mental health is and why it matters.
  • You'll explore common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and psychosis.
  • You'll learn about the factors that contribute to mental health problems.
  • You'll understand how mental health conditions are recognised and diagnosed.
  • You'll explore the treatments and support available to people with mental health problems.
  • You'll learn about the impact of mental health on individuals, families, and communities.
  • You'll understand the importance of reducing stigma around mental health.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based questions completed online. You submit your work digitally and receive feedback from a tutor. There are no exams to sit in person.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health support worker, supports people living with mental health conditions.
  • Support worker, assists individuals in community or residential settings.
  • Care assistant, helps people with daily living in care homes or at home.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Recovery worker, supports people on their journey to better mental health.
  • Wellbeing advisor, helps individuals access mental health and support services.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Mental Health, deepens your knowledge for more senior support roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, a broader qualification for those moving into care management.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Duty of Care, useful alongside mental health work.
  • Counselling skills courses at Level 2 or Level 3, for those interested in a therapeutic career path.
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