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Free Level 2 Mental Health Course Online

CostFREE
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Mental Health Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your other commitments. The course runs for around 14 weeks part-time.

You'll build knowledge of common mental health conditions, their causes, and the effects they can have on people's lives. The course also covers the types of support available to help people maintain positive wellbeing. Topics include depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and other frequently encountered conditions. This mental health qualification is assessed through an online multiple-choice exam.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems.

Who this course is for

The Awareness of Mental Health Problems Level 2 course is perfect for anyone who wants to expand their knowledge of mental health issues and their impact on individuals. Whether you work in a relevant field or just want to understand mental health better, this course can help you recognize common issues and their causes, and gain knowledge of the support available to maintain positive well-being., , Our Shipley College distance learning courses start regularly, last 6-18 weeks, and count towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), enhancing your knowledge and practice in a range of industries. This certificate can lead to employment in various sectors and job roles that require an understanding of supporting people with mental health problems, opening doors to a fulfilling career where you can make a difference in people's lives. You must be 18 or over to enrol.

Entry requirements

100% fee reduction may apply to you if in receipt of benefits and actively seeking employment or in work, earnings less than ?26,800 annually

What you will learn

  • You'll identify a range of common mental health conditions and their key characteristics.
  • You'll understand the causes and risk factors linked to mental health problems.
  • You'll explore how mental health conditions affect individuals, families, and communities.
  • You'll learn about the support services and interventions available to people experiencing mental health difficulties.
  • You'll recognise signs that someone may need help and understand how to respond appropriately.
  • You'll develop knowledge of approaches that promote positive mental wellbeing.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through learning materials in your own time. Assessment is by an online multiple-choice exam, which you complete when you are ready. There are no timed classroom sessions. You work at your own pace across the 14-week course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a device with internet access to study and complete your assessment. Shipley College Exhibition Building will confirm what else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health support worker, assists people living with mental health conditions in community or residential settings.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with a range of needs to live independently.
  • Care assistant, provides personal and emotional support in care homes or home care.
  • Healthcare support worker, works alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Wellbeing coordinator, supports wellbeing programmes in workplaces or community organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid, a practical next step for those wanting a more hands-on role in mental health support.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, opens routes into more senior support and care roles.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills, a stepping stone toward counselling training for those interested in a therapeutic career.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in mental health practice may follow once you have relevant work experience.
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