Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Pickering. Evening mental health awareness classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs over 15 weeks, part-time. You'll build a solid understanding of mental health conditions, how they affect people, and how to respond with care and confidence. This free mental health awareness course for adults covers topics that are directly relevant to roles in care, education, and community support. You'll need basic IT skills to enrol.
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 identify a range of common mental health conditions and their characteristics.
You'll explain how mental health conditions can affect daily life and relationships.
You'll describe the factors that influence mental health and wellbeing.
You'll recognise signs that someone may be experiencing a mental health difficulty.
You'll understand how to respond appropriately and signpost people to support.
You'll explore the stigma around mental health and how to challenge it.
You'll outline the role of professional services and community support networks.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Atmosphere Centre for Young People on weekday evenings. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed during the course. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will guide you through the material and support you with your assignments across the 15 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: assist people living with mental health conditions day to day.
Care assistant: provide personal and emotional support in care settings.
Mental health first aider: act as a first point of contact in workplaces or schools.
Teaching assistant: support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
SEN teaching assistant: work alongside children with additional learning needs.
Youth support worker: help young people manage their mental health and wellbeing.
Nursery practitioner: apply awareness of emotional development in early years settings.
Adult educator: deliver community learning or wellbeing programmes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid: a deeper qualification recognised by employers in health, education, and community settings.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step toward senior care or support roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: for those moving toward a counselling or therapeutic support role.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health: a more focused route for those working in schools or youth services.
