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Free Level 2 Children and Young People’s Mental Health Course in Daventry

CostFREE
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health Course in Daventry. Classes run at Northampton College at Daventry. Around 1 in 10 children and young people experience mental health problems, and this course gives you a solid understanding of what those problems look like and why they arise. Over 6 to 10 weeks, you'll study the concepts, risk factors, and impact of mental health and emotional wellbeing in children and young people. A short English assessment is part of the entry process.

Who this course is for

Mental health problems affect around 1 in 10 children and young people. These issues include depression anxiety and conduct disorder and can often be a direct response to occurrences it is important as in their lives. Emotional wellbeing is just as important as a child's mental health, therefore it is important for those working with children and young people to have a good understanding of the concepts, risk factors and the impact of mental health.

This course is suitable for anyone who works or spends time with children young people in a paid or voluntary capacity. The course provides a good working knowledge for anyone exposed to children and young people and can be used to support job applications for many vocations including teaching assistants in schools, nursery practitioners and other social work.

Entry requirements

You should have been living in the UK for 3 years by the start of the course. You should be over 19+ and not currently be enrolled on an apprenticeship. Access to a computer with a reliable internet connection An email account that you regularly check You need to pass a short English assessment You will need to demonstrate that you have sufficient time to study the qualification as it is expected that you will achieve within 6-10 weeks.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key concepts of children and young people's mental health.
  • You'll identify common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and conduct disorder.
  • You'll explore the risk factors that can affect a child's mental health and emotional wellbeing.
  • You'll examine how mental health problems can impact a child's development and daily life.
  • You'll learn how to recognise signs that a child or young person may be struggling.
  • You'll understand the importance of emotional wellbeing alongside mental health.

How you will learn

You'll attend daytime classes at Northampton College at Daventry. Learning is flexible and expected to be completed within 6 to 10 weeks. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge checks completed during the course. You'll need access to a computer and a reliable internet connection to support your studies alongside classroom sessions.

What you will need to bring

You'll need access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and an email account you check regularly. Northampton College at Daventry will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Youth Support Worker: support young people's wellbeing in community or school settings.
  • Learning Mentor: help children facing emotional or behavioural challenges in schools.
  • Teaching Assistant: support pupils, including those with mental health needs.
  • Early Years Practitioner: work in nurseries and children's centres with an informed approach to wellbeing.
  • Family Support Worker: assist families where children are experiencing difficulties.
  • Residential Childcare Worker: support young people in care settings day to day.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Mental Health in the Workplace (various awarding bodies): broadens your understanding to adult mental health settings.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: the qualification recognised in nursery staffing ratios, building on your knowledge of child development and wellbeing.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Children and Young People's Mental Health and Wellbeing: a direct step up for those wanting to deepen their specialism in this area.
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