Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course Online – Let Me Play Education

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Awareness of Mental Health Problems Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your life without travelling to a centre.

You'll explore a range of mental health conditions, including stress, anxiety, phobias, depression, post-natal depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. The course also covers the factors that contribute to mental ill-health and how these conditions can be managed. It is free for adults aged 19 or over who live in a fundable area.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems.

Who this course is for

This course is for individuals looking to broaden their understanding of mental health issues, including the underlying factors contributing to mental ill-health and effective management strategies. Throughout this course you will receive guidance for navigating the complexities of mental health challenges.

Entry requirements

19 and older, must live in fundable area.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what mental health is and why it matters.
  • You'll learn about stress, its causes, and how it affects people.
  • You'll explore anxiety and phobias, including how they develop.
  • You'll understand depression and post-natal depression.
  • You'll learn about bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
  • You'll identify the factors that contribute to mental ill-health.
  • You'll explore strategies for managing mental health problems.

How you will learn

The course is delivered fully online. You'll study remotely using a laptop or computer, working through the material at your own pace. Assessment is built into the online programme. You'll need to be able to commit to completing the course over the two-month period.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or computer to access this course. Let Me Play Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports individuals with daily living in care settings.
  • Support worker, helps people manage mental health challenges in the community.
  • Mental health support worker, works alongside clinical teams to support service users.
  • Healthcare assistant, provides care and support in NHS or private settings.
  • Community outreach worker, connects vulnerable people with local services.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid, a recognised qualification for those supporting others in crisis.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, a step toward senior support or care roles.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills, useful if you want to move toward a counselling career.

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