Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. The course is fully funded regardless of your age, so there are no fees to pay. Over 12 weeks, you'll build a solid understanding of mental health issues affecting children and young people, including how to recognise signs of difficulty and how to respond appropriately. This children and young people's mental health qualification is relevant to roles in health and social care, education, and support 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 identify common mental health conditions that affect children and young people.
You'll recognise the risk factors and protective factors that influence mental health.
You'll understand how mental health difficulties can affect behaviour, learning, and relationships.
You'll learn how to respond appropriately and support a child or young person in distress.
You'll explore the roles of different services and professionals involved in children's mental health support.
You'll understand relevant legislation and guidance relating to children and young people's mental health.
How you will learn
You'll complete written assignments and knowledge-based assessments online. Work is submitted digitally and assessed by a tutor. There are no exams. You study at your own pace through online learning materials provided by The Childcare Company, working through the course content and submitting evidence as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Childcare Company 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: helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
Youth worker: working with young people in community or charity settings.
School counsellor support worker: assisting qualified counsellors in schools.
Children's residential support worker: caring for young people in residential care.
Early years practitioner: supporting the emotional development of young children.
Family support worker: helping families where children have mental health needs.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award or Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: deepens your knowledge and strengthens your employability in health, social care, or education roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification that opens doors to senior support roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role in this area.
Counselling qualifications at Level 2 or 3: a route toward working directly with young people in a therapeutic capacity.
