Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it practical if you need to fit learning around other commitments. Over 10 weeks, you'll build a solid understanding of mental health issues affecting children and young people, including how to recognise signs of distress and how to respond appropriately. This free children and young people's mental health course is funded, so there's no cost to you.
Who this course is for
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L2 Certificate in Understanding Children & Young Peoples Mental Health (NCFE). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is X1CMH-L2CE-O-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)
Entry requirements
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L2 Certificate in Understanding Children & Young Peoples Mental Health (NCFE). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is X1CMH-L2CE-O-A1/1...
What you will learn
You'll understand what mental health means for children and young people at different stages of development.
You'll recognise common mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and eating disorders in young people.
You'll identify the factors that affect children and young people's mental health and wellbeing.
You'll understand how to respond to a young person who may be experiencing a mental health difficulty.
You'll explore the role of professionals and services that support children and young people's mental health.
You'll understand the importance of early intervention and how it can make a difference.
How you will learn
This is an online course, so all your study takes place digitally. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. You work through the material at your own pace and submit work for marking. There are no exams. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm that Level 2 is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Bank Colleges 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 and young people overcome barriers to learning.
Teaching Assistant: assist in classrooms, including supporting pupils with mental health needs.
Family Support Worker: work with families to improve children's health and wellbeing.
Early Years Practitioner: care for and support young children in nursery or pre-school settings.
Residential Childcare Worker: support young people living in care.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health in the Workplace (or a related Level 3 mental health qualification): deepens your knowledge and opens roles with more responsibility.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: the qualification recognised for senior roles in early years settings.
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Children and Young People's Mental Health and Wellbeing: a natural next step if you want to specialise further in this area.
