Free Level 2 Principles of the Mental Health Worker Course. Study online. You work through the course at your own pace, so it fits around existing commitments without needing to travel. Over 11 months, you'll build a detailed understanding of mental health conditions, the role of the mental health worker, approaches to care, duty of care in adult health and social care, and how to support people through change. The course covers the principles of the mental health worker qualification in full. You'll need to be aged 19 or over and live in England to qualify for funding.
Who this course is for
This course will equip learners with a detailed understanding of mental health and mental health issues, the principles of the mental health care worker, approaches to care and management and the duty of care in adult health and social care, and change and support in relation to mental health.This course is ideal for learners who wish to increase their awareness and understanding of mental health and the role of the mental health worker. Anyone who currently works in the health and social care sector and wishes to progress their career would benefit from this course, as well as anyone who is looking to work in the sector.Studying via Distance Learning means you can choose when and where you study. All of our award-winning, online learning resources are of the highest quality and are designed to be engaging and interactive to keep you focused on your learning at all times.
Entry requirements
Learners must be aged 19+ and live in England to qualify for funding.
What you will learn
You'll understand a range of mental health conditions and how they affect people's lives.
You'll explore the principles and values that guide mental health care work.
You'll learn about approaches to care and support for people experiencing mental health issues.
You'll understand duty of care within adult health and social care settings.
You'll examine how change affects people with mental health needs and how workers can provide effective support.
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and the responsibilities of the mental health worker.
How you will learn
All study is online, so you log in and work through the course when it suits you. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. You submit your work digitally and receive feedback from your assessor. There are no exams to sit in person.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Herefordshire College Hereford will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mental health support worker: assist people living with mental health conditions
Care assistant: support adults in residential or community settings
Community support worker: help clients manage daily life and wellbeing
Healthcare assistant: work alongside clinical teams in mental health services
Recovery worker: support people on their journey toward independence
Social care worker: provide person-centred support in a range of settings
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory roles in health and social care.
Level 3 Award in Mental Health: deepens specialist knowledge for those focusing on mental health support work.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: builds on the principles covered here with more advanced theory and practice.
