Free Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health Course in Blackburn. Classes run at Bangor Street Community Centre, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. Over 5 weeks, you'll build knowledge of mental health in children and young people, including how to recognise concerns, reduce risk, and understand relevant legislation and safeguarding. This free children and young people's mental health course is open to adults in Lancashire, Cheshire, or Cumbria who meet the eligibility criteria.
Who this course is for
This is a great course for anyone currently looking to get into working with children and young people. This course also will aid you in your day to day life when dealing with your own or other children and young people. This course also suits individuals who are currently working, whether that's in education or not! Whether you are looking to gain a qualification to build up your experience or even trying to change career paths. This course is for you!
Entry requirements
Resident of Lancashire, Cheshire or Cumbria - Over 19 Years Old - Currently Unemployed or Earning Less than £25,750 - Has Access to a Laptop, Tablet or PC
What you will learn
You'll understand common mental health conditions affecting children and young people.
You'll learn how to recognise signs of mental health concerns in young people.
You'll explore how to reduce the risk of mental health problems developing.
You'll understand relevant legislation and best practice around children's mental health.
You'll learn how safeguarding connects to mental health support.
You'll explore how communication and interaction affect children's and young people's wellbeing.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bangor Street Community Centre during the day. Learning is delivered face to face over 5 weeks on a part-time timetable. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that you complete as part of the course. You'll need access to a laptop, tablet, or PC for any online elements of the work.
What you will need to bring
You'll need access to a laptop, tablet, or PC. Bangor Street Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with emotional and behavioural needs
Learning mentor: working one-to-one with young people in schools
Youth worker: supporting young people in community or charity settings
Early years practitioner: working in nurseries or children's centres
School support worker: helping children with social and emotional development
Family support worker: working with families to improve children's wellbeing
Care worker (children's services): supporting young people in residential or community care
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health: deepens your knowledge and strengthens your CV for roles in schools, youth work, or social care.
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Childcare or Early Years Education: if you want to work in regulated childcare settings, a Level 3 qualification is required for senior roles and statutory staffing ratios.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a mentoring, tutoring, or training role.
