Free Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, making it easy to fit around work, family, or other commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll build a solid understanding of mental health conditions, mental health first aid principles, and how to support colleagues in the workplace. Three units cover exploring mental health, supporting individuals with mental ill health, and creating a mentally healthy environment. This is an NCFE-assessed qualification.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for learners who want to raise awareness of mental health and promote a culture of care in the workplace. It is ideal for individuals who want to understand mental health and support colleagues who may experience mental health problems in a range of working environments.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. Learners must be aged 16 or over. The course is suitable for anyone interested in improving their understanding of mental health and supporting wellbeing in the workplace.
What you will learn
You'll explore a range of mental health conditions and how they affect people at work.
You'll understand the principles of mental health first aid and how to apply them.
You'll learn how to support colleagues experiencing mental ill health.
You'll identify what makes a mentally healthy working environment.
You'll understand mental health advocacy and how to promote a culture of care.
You'll develop practical knowledge you can use in a range of workplace settings.
How you will learn
The course is delivered entirely online. You'll complete three mandatory units through self-paced study. Assessment is internal: you'll demonstrate your understanding of each unit's content through written tasks. NCFE externally quality-assures the assessment to make sure the standard is consistent. There are no exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Professional Training Solutions 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: assist adults with mental health or social care needs.
Care Assistant: support individuals in residential or community care settings.
Teaching Assistant: support pupils' wellbeing alongside classroom learning.
SEN Teaching Assistant: work with students who have additional needs.
Youth Support Worker: promote positive mental health with young people.
Nursery Practitioner: contribute to staff and child wellbeing in early years settings.
Adult Educator: bring mental health awareness into training and education roles.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care: a natural next step if you want to move into a care role.
Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care: builds on Level 2 and opens doors to more senior support roles.
Level 3 Award in Mental Health in the Workplace: deepens your knowledge for a lead or advisory mental health role.
