Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Malton. Classes run at Malton Adult Learning and 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 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 need basic IT skills to take part. You'll have an initial assessment at enrolment to confirm the course is the right fit.
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 what mental health means and how it affects everyday life.
You'll learn about a range of mental health conditions and their common signs.
You'll understand how stigma affects people with mental health difficulties.
You'll develop knowledge of how to support someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
You'll learn about the services and organisations that provide mental health support.
You'll understand the importance of self-care and emotional wellbeing.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service. Teaching is delivered face to face, with group discussion and tutor-led activities. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks that you complete during the course. You do not sit a formal exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need basic IT skills to take part in the course.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Use your mental health awareness qualification in community or residential care.
Mental health first aider. Provide first-response mental health support in workplaces or schools.
Care assistant. Support adults with mental health needs in care settings.
Teaching assistant. Help students in schools who need emotional and mental health support.
SEN teaching assistant. Work with pupils with special educational needs.
Youth support worker. Support young people's wellbeing in community or education settings.
Nursery practitioner. Apply mental health awareness in early years care and education.
Adult educator. Teach or support learners in adult education environments.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health at Work. Deepen your knowledge and take on a more formal mental health lead role in a workplace.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. A broader qualification that opens doors to senior support and care roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills. A step toward counselling or therapeutic support work.
Level 2 Award in Mental Health First Aid. Focuses specifically on first-response skills in mental health situations.
