Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Northallerton Adult Education, part-time over 15 weeks. This free mental health awareness course fits around your existing commitments, with sessions in the evening. You'll build a solid understanding of mental health conditions, how they affect people, and how to respond with care and confidence. The course covers topics relevant to a wide range of roles, from support work to education settings. To be eligible for funding you must be aged 19 or over as at 31st August in the current academic year, meet residency criteria, and have basic IT skills.
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 common mental health conditions and how they present in everyday life.
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 recognise signs that someone may be experiencing a mental health crisis.
You'll learn how to support someone in a sensitive and appropriate way.
You'll discover the range of professional services and support networks available.
You'll understand your own role and boundaries when supporting others.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Northallerton Adult Education on weekday evenings. You'll be assessed through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete during and between sessions. 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. Northallerton Adult Education 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 adults with mental health needs day to day.
Mental health first aider: provide first-line support in workplaces or community settings.
Care assistant: support vulnerable adults in residential or home care.
Teaching assistant: support pupils with emotional and mental health needs in schools.
SEN teaching assistant: work with students with special educational needs.
Youth support worker: help young people manage mental health challenges.
Nursery practitioner: support children's emotional wellbeing in early years settings.
Adult educator: deliver wellbeing or awareness sessions in community education.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid: a deeper qualification recognised by employers in health, education, and the workplace.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the main route into senior support and care roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: a step toward counselling or therapeutic support work.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism or Learning Disabilities: broadens your knowledge for SEN and care settings.
