Free Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at University and Professional Development Centre, with part-time daytime sessions at a manageable pace. This mental health first aid qualification covers how to recognise mental health problems, support colleagues effectively, and help create a healthier workplace environment. You'll also explore mental health advocacy and what good workplace support looks like in practice. Classes are daytime and part-time, making them easier to fit around other commitments. The course typically takes 2 years part-time. NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace with certificate.
Who this course is for
In this fully online course, you'll build an understanding of mental health problems and the support available in the workplace. You will learn how to support individuals with their mental health, as well as what a mentally healthy environment is like.This is a 12-week (approx. 120 hours) Online Self-Study qualification course. It can be started anytime and accessed (via a learning portal) at times/days to suit you.To learn more about this course and book your place, click the following link to Eventbrite.Click here to View more information
Entry requirements
Learners must meet the following eligibility criteria to access this course: Be aged 19+ on the 31/08/2025 Learners must be a UK resident and legally living in the UK on the first day of learning. (proof required) Due to Government funding criteria, we are unable to accept learners who live in London, Scotland, Wales, N Ireland, Ireland or a devolved postcode areas. Please check with us if you are unsure.
What you will learn
You'll understand common mental health conditions and how they affect people at work.
You'll learn how to recognise the signs that someone may be struggling with their mental health.
You'll explore how to have supportive conversations with colleagues about mental health.
You'll understand what a mentally healthy workplace looks like and how to contribute to one.
You'll learn about the support services and resources available to people in the workplace.
You'll develop skills in mental health advocacy, including how to promote awareness and reduce stigma.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at University and Professional Development Centre. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge checks that test your understanding of mental health conditions, support strategies, and workplace advocacy. There are no exams. Your tutor will guide you through the material across your part-time daytime classes.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University and Professional Development Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mental Health First Aider: provide first-line mental health support at work
Support Worker: help individuals manage mental health day to day
Care Assistant: support clients in care settings with mental wellbeing
Teaching Assistant: support pupils' emotional and mental health needs
SEN Teaching Assistant: work with students with additional mental health needs
Youth Support Worker: support young people's mental health and resilience
Nursery Practitioner: promote emotional wellbeing in early years settings
Adult Educator: teach or support learners with mental health awareness
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health in the Workplace (various awarding bodies): deepen your knowledge and take on a more formal mental health lead role.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: a step toward working in a counselling or therapeutic support role.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your skills for senior support or care roles.
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Understanding Mental Health: builds directly on this qualification for those working in health or education settings.
