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 15 weeks, you'll cover mental health concepts and common conditions, the roles and responsibilities of a mental health care worker, duty of care, the Mental Capacity Act, and approaches to care planning. There are no specific entry requirements, though you should have Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent.
Who this course is for
If you are looking to develop your understanding of mental health and the role of the mental health care worker, the Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Mental Health Care Worker is the course for you. This qualification is aimed at anyone looking to. This course will enable you to gain the skills and knowledge needed to understand approaches to care and management in mental health, the duty of care, and the principles a mental health care worker is required to have.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of Level 2 in English and Maths or equivalent.
What you will learn
You'll understand key concepts of mental health and physical and mental well-being
You'll identify common mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression
You'll explore the legislation that applies to people with mental health problems, including the Mental Capacity Act and the Care Act
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a mental health care worker
You'll learn how to apply duty of care in a mental health setting
You'll use continuous professional development tools, including personal development plans and SWOT analysis
You'll understand the care planning process and approaches to care management in mental health
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through units covering mental health principles, care worker responsibilities, and approaches to care management. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge checks completed online. You submit work digitally and receive feedback from your tutor. There are no exams. You can progress through the material at a pace that suits you, within the 15-week course period.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Yorkshire Education Group will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mental health support worker: assisting people with mental health conditions in care settings
Care assistant: supporting individuals in residential or community care
Healthcare support worker: working alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Community support worker: helping people manage daily life and mental well-being
Recovery support worker: supporting people through mental health recovery programmes
Wellbeing worker: promoting mental health and resilience in community or workplace 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: deepens knowledge for those specialising in mental health support
Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care: a work-based qualification that supports career progression in care settings
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: useful if you want to develop a more therapeutic role
