Free Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health Course in Wandsworth. Classes run at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre, with daytime sessions spread across one year at a manageable part-time pace. You'll study how mental health affects children and young people, what influences their wellbeing, and how to recognise and respond to common conditions. This children and young people's mental health qualification suits anyone working or looking to work in education, youth, or care settings. You'll sit an initial assessment so the centre can confirm the course is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll explore how mental health and wellbeing develop in children and young people.
You'll identify factors that can affect a young person's mental health, including family, environment, and life events.
You'll recognise signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions in children and young people.
You'll understand how stigma affects young people and those around them.
You'll learn about the support services and interventions available to children and young people.
You'll examine the role of practitioners in promoting positive mental health and early intervention.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities in relation to mental health concerns.
How you will learn
The course is classroom based, with daytime sessions at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre. Learning is assessed through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks linked to each unit of the qualification. You'll work through topics in class and complete assessments that demonstrate your understanding of children and young people's mental health.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker: support young people's emotional and social wellbeing.
Learning Mentor: work in schools helping pupils facing personal challenges.
Teaching Assistant: assist in classrooms, including pupils with additional needs.
Early Years Practitioner: support young children's development in nursery or pre-school settings.
Family Support Worker: help families where children are at risk or in need.
School Counselling Support Worker: assist qualified counsellors in school-based services.
Residential Childcare Worker: support young people in residential care settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Understanding Mental Health: deepen your knowledge and move toward roles with greater responsibility in mental health support.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator): the qualification recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios, for those moving into early years work.
Level 3 Certificate in Working with Children and Young People: broader qualification covering safeguarding, development, and practice in youth and care settings.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to move into a teaching or training role in this subject area.
