Free Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over 8 weeks, you'll build an understanding of mental health conditions, how to support colleagues experiencing mental health problems, and how to apply mental health first aid principles in the workplace. There are no formal entry requirements. This free mental health first aid qualification is funded through the Adult Skills Fund and open to eligible adults.
Who this course is for
Around 450 million people currently experience mental health problems, with recent reports suggesting that over 12 million working days are 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
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
What you will learn
You'll understand common mental health conditions and how they affect people at work.
You'll learn the principles of mental health first aid and how to apply them.
You'll develop skills to support colleagues experiencing mental health difficulties.
You'll explore how to promote a culture of positive mental health in the workplace.
You'll understand the support services and resources available to people with mental health problems.
You'll learn how to advocate for mental health awareness among colleagues and employers.
How you will learn
The course is delivered online with weekly sessions. You'll study through online materials and attend regular virtual meetings. Assessment is based on your understanding of the course content, completed online. There are no formal exams. Total Training Provision will confirm the exact assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Total Training Provision will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mental Health First Aider: lead mental health support in your workplace
Support Worker: assist people living with mental health conditions
Care Assistant: provide day-to-day support in care settings
Teaching Assistant: support pupils' wellbeing alongside learning
SEN Teaching Assistant: work with students with additional needs
Youth Support Worker: support young people's mental health and resilience
Nursery Practitioner: promote emotional wellbeing in early years settings
Adult Educator: deliver wellbeing and mental health awareness programmes
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health at Work (RSPH or Highfield): deepens your knowledge and is recognised for more senior workplace mental health roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: a step toward counselling or therapeutic support work.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your options across care, support, and community health roles.
