Free Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Selby. Classes run at Selby 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 and teaching to community and care settings. You'll need basic IT skills to take part. You'll leave 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 the key types of mental health conditions and how they present.
You'll learn how mental health affects daily life, relationships, and wellbeing.
You'll understand the factors that influence a person's mental health.
You'll develop knowledge of how to support someone experiencing mental health difficulties.
You'll learn about the services and pathways available for people seeking mental health support.
You'll examine attitudes and stigma around mental health and how to challenge them.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and written activities. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed during the course. You'll need basic IT skills, as some tasks may involve online or digital elements. There are no formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker. Assist adults with mental health needs day to day.
Mental health first aider. Provide first-response support in workplaces or community settings.
Care assistant. Support individuals in residential or home care settings.
Teaching assistant. Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
SEN teaching assistant. Work with students who have additional learning needs.
Youth support worker. Work with young people facing mental health or wellbeing challenges.
Nursery practitioner. Support children's emotional development in early years settings.
Adult educator. Deliver wellbeing or health-related learning to adult learners.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health at Work (RSPH or Highfield). A step up for those moving into a supervisory or training role.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Opens doors to senior support worker and care coordinator roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills. Useful if you want to move toward a counselling or therapeutic support role.
Level 2 or 3 Award in Education and Training. Relevant if you want to teach or facilitate mental health awareness sessions.
