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Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course Online – East Sussex College Eastbourne

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
Start31 Oct 2026
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and home life.

The course is fully funded for eligible learners aged 19 or over. Fees may apply if you do not meet the eligibility criteria.

You'll explore mental health conditions, how to support colleagues experiencing mental ill health, and what a mentally healthy workplace looks like. Units cover recognising signs of mental health problems, understanding available support, and how to advocate for others at work. The course typically takes one year to complete. You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace.

Who this course is for

Around 450 million people currently experience mental health problems, with recent reports suggesting that over 12 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety in just one year. It's important that employers are transparent and open about mental health issues, and this qualification builds an understanding of mental health problems and the support available to colleagues. Increasing the understanding of mental health of staff at all levels builds a culture of care and support.

Entry requirements

Please see website

What you will learn

  • You'll explore common mental health conditions and how they affect people at work.
  • You'll learn how to recognise signs that a colleague may be struggling.
  • You'll understand how to offer appropriate support to someone with mental ill health.
  • You'll learn about the support services and resources available to employees.
  • You'll develop knowledge of what makes a mentally healthy workplace environment.
  • You'll understand the role of a mental health advocate and how to promote a culture of openness.

How you will learn

You'll study through an online learning platform, working through written tasks at your own pace. Each unit includes assignments designed to test your understanding and your ability to apply knowledge in workplace scenarios. You submit all work online, and qualified tutors mark it and provide feedback. East Sussex College Eastbourne recommends studying four to six hours per week to make steady progress.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a device with internet access to study and submit your assignments online. East Sussex College Eastbourne will confirm what else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental Health First Aider, supports colleagues' wellbeing in a workplace setting.
  • Mental Health Champion, promotes awareness and a culture of openness at work.
  • Wellbeing coordinator, helps plan and deliver staff wellbeing initiatives.
  • HR support officer, assists with employee welfare and absence management.
  • Team leader or line manager, uses this qualification to better support their team.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, for those moving into a care role.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care, a practical next step toward care work.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills, for those wanting to develop deeper listening and support skills.
  • Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia, a focused short qualification in a specialist area.
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