Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Pickering. Classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, part-time during the day. The course runs over 15 weeks, giving you time to fit study around other commitments. 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 relevant to a wide range of roles, from support work to education settings. You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness.
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 understand the factors that affect mental health and wellbeing.
You'll learn how to have supportive conversations with people experiencing mental health difficulties.
You'll identify when and how to signpost someone to professional help.
You'll examine the stigma around mental health and how to challenge it.
You'll develop awareness of mental health in workplace and community settings.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Atmosphere Centre for Young People. You'll be assessed through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete during the course. There are no exams. Assessment is designed to check your understanding of mental health topics and your ability to apply that knowledge in real situations.
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. You will need basic IT skills, as some tasks may involve using a computer.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: assist people with mental health needs day to day.
Mental health first aider: provide first-line mental health support at work.
Care assistant: support adults in residential or community care settings.
Teaching assistant: support pupils with emotional and mental health needs.
SEN teaching assistant: work with students with additional learning needs.
Youth support worker: support young people's wellbeing and development.
Nursery practitioner: promote emotional wellbeing in early years settings.
Adult educator: deliver community learning or health awareness sessions.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health at Work (RSPH or Highfield) - deepens your understanding for a workplace mental health lead role.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care - a broader qualification for those moving into care or support work.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - a step toward counselling or therapeutic support roles.
Level 2 or 3 Award in Education and Training - useful if you want to teach or facilitate mental health awareness sessions.
