Free Level 2 Principles of the Mental Health Worker Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll build a detailed understanding of mental health conditions, the principles guiding mental health care workers, approaches to care and management, duty of care in adult health and social care, and how to support people through change. You must be aged 19 or over and resident in England to be eligible.
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.
Entry requirements
Eligible participants must be aged 19 or over on 31 August of the current academic year, reside in England on the first day of learning. Further eligiblity criteria may apply.
What you will learn
You'll understand a range of mental health conditions and how they affect people's lives.
You'll explore the core principles that guide mental health care workers in their role.
You'll learn about different approaches to care and management in mental health settings.
You'll understand duty of care within adult health and social care.
You'll learn how to support people experiencing change in relation to their mental health.
You'll understand the responsibilities and boundaries of the mental health worker role.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is based on written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that demonstrate your understanding of the topics covered. Adult Education in Gloucestershire will confirm the specific assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education in Gloucestershire 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 community or residential settings
Healthcare support worker - work alongside clinical teams in mental health services
Community support worker - help people manage daily life and wellbeing
Recovery worker - support people on their mental health recovery journey
Wellbeing coordinator - promote mental health and resilience in care or community settings
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care - the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory care roles.
Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid - a widely used qualification for those supporting people in crisis.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health - deepens knowledge for those wanting to specialise further in mental health care.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health and Social Care) - opens the door to university-level study in nursing, social work, or counselling.
