Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Northallerton. Classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, part-time during the day. The course runs over 15 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll build a solid understanding of mental health conditions, how they affect people, and how to respond with confidence and care. This free mental health awareness course for adults covers a broad range of topics relevant to community, care, and education settings. You'll need basic IT skills to take part, and you must be 19 or over as at 31 August in the current academic year to be eligible for funding.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to expand their knowledge or qualification in this area.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolement You must have basic IT skills
What you will learn
You'll explore a range of common mental health conditions and how they present
You'll learn how stigma affects people with mental health conditions and how to challenge it
You'll understand the factors that influence mental health and wellbeing
You'll develop knowledge of how to support someone experiencing a mental health difficulty
You'll learn about the services and organisations that provide mental health support in the UK
You'll understand the importance of self-care and maintaining your own mental wellbeing
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service in Northallerton. Learning is delivered face to face over 15 weeks on a part-time daytime timetable. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete as you progress through the course. Basic IT skills are required, as some tasks may involve digital work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker, helping people with mental health needs day to day
Mental health first aider, providing first-line support in workplaces or community settings
Care assistant, supporting adults in residential or home care
Teaching assistant or SEN teaching assistant, supporting pupils with emotional and mental health needs
Youth support worker, working with young people in community or education settings
Nursery practitioner, supporting children's emotional development and wellbeing
Adult educator, delivering health and wellbeing education to community groups
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA England) - a widely used qualification for those taking on a formal mental health first aider role at work.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care - the next step if you want to move into a career in care or support work.
Level 3 Certificate in Education and Training - if you want to teach or train others in health and wellbeing topics.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training - a shorter route into adult education roles.
