Free Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health Course in Lancaster. Classes run at The Centre at St Thomas' Church. Daytime sessions run part-time over 5 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. This children and young people's mental health qualification covers how mental health affects children and young people, the factors that influence it, and how to respond appropriately. It's relevant whether you work in education, care, or another setting where you encounter young people. The level 2 children and young people's mental health classes are taught in a classroom and assessed through written work.
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 what mental health means for children and young people and why it matters.
You'll explore the factors that can affect a young person's mental wellbeing.
You'll learn how to recognise signs that a child or young person may be struggling.
You'll understand legislation and best practice around supporting young people's mental health.
You'll look at how communication and interaction can influence a young person's experience.
You'll understand the role of safeguarding in protecting children and young people's mental health.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Centre at St Thomas' Church. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete during the course. There are no exams. Your tutor will guide you through the material and give feedback on your work as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Centre at St Thomas' Church will confirm anything else you need before you start. You'll need access to a laptop, tablet, or PC for any work completed outside the classroom.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils in schools, including those with mental health needs.
Learning mentor: working one-to-one with young people facing barriers to learning.
Youth worker: supporting young people in community or voluntary settings.
School support worker: helping students with emotional and social development.
Early years practitioner: working in nurseries or children's centres with younger children.
Family support worker: helping families where children are experiencing difficulties.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health: deepens your knowledge and is suited to those moving into more specialist support roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Children and Young People: broader qualification covering child development, safeguarding, and communication.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery and early years settings.
