Free Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course in Blackpool
CostFREE
Duration2 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course in Blackpool. Classes run at PHX Training Blackpool. You'll study how to recognise mental health conditions, support colleagues and learners, and promote positive mental health in workplace and care settings. The course takes around 2 weeks with daytime attendance. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. This free mental health first aid course for adults covers both understanding and advocacy, giving you practical knowledge you can apply straight away.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for learners who wish to raise awareness of mental health, creating a culture of care and the promotion of positive mental health. This qualification gives learners the opportunity to understand mental health, its associated care and how this can be applied to learners or colleagues in the workplace.
Entry requirements
A diagnosed learning need at this level from assessments and no previous qualifications in this area at the same/or higher level
What you will learn
You'll understand what mental health is and how it affects people differently.
You'll recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions.
You'll learn how to respond to someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
You'll explore how to promote positive mental health in a workplace or care setting.
You'll understand the role of a mental health first aider and mental health advocate.
You'll learn about stigma and how to challenge it effectively.
You'll understand where to signpost people for professional support.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at PHX Training Blackpool with daytime attendance. You'll be assessed through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that test your understanding of mental health first aid and advocacy. Assessment is designed to confirm you can apply what you've learned in real workplace and care contexts.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. PHX Training Blackpool will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mental Health First Aider: support staff wellbeing in any workplace
Support Worker: assist adults with mental health or care needs
Care Assistant: provide day-to-day support in care settings
Teaching Assistant: support pupils' emotional and mental wellbeing
SEN Teaching Assistant: work with learners with additional needs
Youth Support Worker: promote positive mental health with young people
Nursery Practitioner: contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing in early years
Adult Educator: embed mental health awareness in learning environments
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 advocacy or training role.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: a step toward counselling or therapeutic support work.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your qualification for roles in care, support work, and community health settings.
