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Free Level 2 Children and Young People’s Mental Health Course Online – Let Me Play Education

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over around 2 months, you'll cover common mental health conditions in children and young people, relevant legislation and best practice, causes and diagnosis of mental health concerns, and strategies for supporting wellbeing and resilience. You need to be 19 or older and live in a fundable area. An initial assessment confirms the course is the right fit before you start.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to improve their understanding and awareness of mental health with children or young people. Mental health problems affect one in ten children and young people, issues include depression, anxiety, and self-harm. This Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health is a fundable course designed for learners who wish to expand their knowledge and understanding of the topic including the different challenges that children and young people may face in terms of their mental health and well-being.

Entry requirements

19 and older, must live in fundable area.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of mental health concerns as they apply to children and young people.
  • You'll explore common mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, and self-harm.
  • You'll learn about relevant legislation and best practice in supporting young people's mental health.
  • You'll understand the causes and diagnosis of mental health concerns in children and young people.
  • You'll learn strategies to support mental wellbeing and build resilience.
  • You'll understand how to minimise risk and respond appropriately to mental health challenges.
  • You'll learn what it means to live with a childhood mental health condition, from the young person's perspective.

How you will learn

The course is delivered entirely online. You'll need a laptop or computer to access the materials. Learning is remote, with a tailored plan to support your progress. Assessment is based on the knowledge and understanding you build throughout the course. Let Me Play Education will confirm the specific assessment format when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or computer to access this course. Let Me Play Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Youth Support Worker - support young people's mental health and wellbeing in community settings.
  • School Pastoral Support Assistant - help pupils experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties.
  • Children's Mental Health Support Worker - work alongside clinical teams in CAMHS or similar services.
  • Early Years Practitioner - apply mental health awareness in nursery or pre-school settings.
  • Family Support Worker - assist families where children are experiencing mental health challenges.
  • Teaching Assistant - support pupils with mental health needs in primary or secondary schools.
  • Youth Worker - deliver wellbeing programmes for young people in youth clubs or charities.

What you could study next

A free children and young people's mental health course at Level 2 is a solid starting point. From here, 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 Supporting Teaching and Learning. If you're drawn to working directly with young people in a therapeutic or clinical role, these qualifications can support an application to a relevant degree programme.

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