Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Ripon. Classes run at Ripon Community House Ripon, 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 and teaching to community and care settings. You'll need basic IT skills to take part. 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 what mental health means and how it affects everyday life.
You'll learn about common mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and psychosis.
You'll understand the factors that influence mental health and wellbeing.
You'll develop awareness of how stigma affects people with mental health conditions.
You'll learn how to support someone who may be experiencing a mental health difficulty.
You'll find out about the services and support available to people in the UK.
You'll understand the importance of self-care and maintaining your own wellbeing.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Ripon Community House Ripon. You'll work through topics with a tutor and take part in group discussions. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks that you complete during the course. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm that Level 2 Mental Health Awareness is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ripon Community House Ripon will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need basic IT skills to access any online elements of the course.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Use your mental health awareness qualification in community or residential support roles.
Care assistant. Apply your understanding of mental health in care settings.
Mental health first aider. Provide first-line support in workplaces or community groups.
Teaching assistant. Support pupils' emotional wellbeing in school settings.
SEN teaching assistant. Work with students who have additional social and emotional needs.
Youth support worker. Help young people navigate mental health challenges.
Nursery practitioner. Recognise early signs of emotional difficulty in young children.
Adult educator. Deliver wellbeing or life skills programmes in community settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid. A more in-depth qualification recognised by employers in health, education, and the workplace.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Opens doors to 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 Disability. Broadens your knowledge for roles working with people with additional needs.
