Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Northallerton. Classes run at Northallerton Adult Education, 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 a range of topics relevant to everyday life and many working environments. A level 2 mental health awareness qualification is useful across care, education, and community support roles. You'll need basic IT skills to take part.
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 understand what mental health is and why it matters.
You'll explore a range of mental health conditions and their effects on individuals.
You'll learn how stigma affects people with mental health conditions and how to challenge it.
You'll identify ways to support someone experiencing a mental health difficulty.
You'll understand where people can go for help and what services are available.
You'll recognise the factors that affect mental health and wellbeing.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Northallerton Adult Education. Learning is delivered face to face, with group discussion and tutor-led activities. Assessment is through written assignments or workbooks that you complete during the course. There are no exams. You'll need basic IT skills to support your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Use your mental health awareness qualification in community or residential support.
Care assistant. Understand the mental health needs of the people you care for.
Mental health first aider. Respond to mental health concerns in the workplace.
Teaching assistant or SEN teaching assistant. Support pupils with emotional and mental health needs.
Youth support worker. Work with young people facing mental health challenges.
Nursery practitioner. Recognise early signs of emotional difficulty in young children.
Adult educator. Bring mental health awareness into community learning settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health at Work (RSPH or Highfield). Deepens your knowledge and is recognised for workplace mental health roles.
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 next step if you want to move toward a counselling or therapeutic support role.
