Level 2 Principles of the Mental Health Worker Course. Study online, at your own pace, without travelling to a centre. The course is funded for all learners regardless of age, so there are no fees to pay. Over 12 weeks, you'll build a detailed understanding of mental health and mental health issues, the principles of the mental health care worker, approaches to care and management, duty of care in adult health and social care, and how to support people through change. This principles of the mental health worker qualification is awarded by TQUK.
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.
What you will learn
You'll understand key mental health conditions and how they affect people's lives.
You'll learn the core principles of the mental health care worker role.
You'll explore different approaches to mental health care and management.
You'll understand duty of care within adult health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to support individuals through change related to mental health.
You'll understand the rights and needs of people accessing mental health services.
How you will learn
You'll study online through written learning materials. Assessment is by written assignments or knowledge-based questions that you complete and submit online. You work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your schedule. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the Level 2 Principles of the Mental Health Worker Qualification is the right starting point for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Impact Futures The Urban Building 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 people manage daily life and wellbeing
Healthcare assistant: entry-level support role in NHS or private care
Recovery worker: support people in mental health recovery programmes
Social care worker: work within adult social care teams
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main qualification for senior care roles and supervisory positions in adult social care.
Level 3 Award in Health and Social Care: a focused next step if you want to specialise further before committing to a full diploma.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: deepens your knowledge specifically in mental health practice and may support roles in specialist services.
