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Level 2 Children and Young People’s Mental Health Course Online – Impact Futures The Urban Building

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 12 weeks. The course is fully funded regardless of your age. You'll build a solid understanding of mental health in children and young people, covering common conditions, how they develop, and how to respond with care and confidence. It's a strong foundation for roles in health and social care or education. The course counts toward a children and young people's mental health qualification you can use to progress into further study or relevant work.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of children and young peoples mental health. This qualification supports progression onto further mental health qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care or education sector.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what mental health means for children and young people at different stages of development.
  • You'll explore the most common mental health conditions affecting young people, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
  • You'll learn how to recognise signs that a child or young person may be struggling.
  • You'll understand the factors, including family, school, and social environment, that can affect young people's mental health.
  • You'll learn about the importance of early intervention and how support services work.
  • You'll understand the role of adults in promoting positive mental health and wellbeing in children and young people.

How you will learn

You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based questions completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. You submit your work digitally, and a tutor will assess it against the qualification requirements.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Impact Futures The Urban Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: supporting pupils' wellbeing in school settings.
  • Learning mentor: working one-to-one with young people facing difficulties.
  • Youth worker: delivering support and activities for young people in the community.
  • Care assistant (children's services): supporting children in residential or day care.
  • School support worker: helping children with emotional and behavioural needs.
  • Family support worker: working with families where children need additional help.
  • Early years practitioner: caring for and supporting young children's development.

What you could study next

A Level 2 children and young people's mental health certificate is a strong foundation for further study. You could move on to a Level 3 Award or Certificate in Mental Health, a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or a Level 3 qualification in Education and Training. These open doors to more senior support roles and, in some cases, to higher education in psychology, social work, or counselling.

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