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Level 1 Mental Health and Wellbeing Course in Leicester – Leicester Adult Education College

Cost£30.00
Duration2 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start10 May 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Mental Health and Wellbeing Course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester Adult Education College, part-time during the day. The course takes around 2 weeks to complete. You'll build a foundation in understanding mental health and wellbeing, covering how to recognise mental health challenges and how to support others. Classes combine discussions and activities with an online multiple-choice assessment. You'll need at least Entry Level 3 English to enrol, and confidence using digital tools, as the assessment is completed online. This level 1 mental health and wellbeing qualification is awarded by Highfield.

Who this course is for

The L1 Award in an Introduction to Mental Health is an accredited, recognised qualification, which is designed to provide you with a foundation in understanding mental health and wellbeing. This course is perfect for those seeking personal growth or wishing to support others in managing mental health challenges. It offers a blend of classroom activities, discussions, and online multiple assessment to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.

Entry requirements

To enrol, you will need to undertake a vocational and English initial assessment to ensure this course is suitable for you. Confidence using digital skills is essential, as the qualification is assessed through an online multiple-choice examination.

A minimum of Entry 3 level English is required. This qualification is not suitable for those who are currently in a state of severe emotional difficulty and/or severe psychological distress.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what mental health and wellbeing mean and why they matter.
  • You'll recognise common mental health conditions and their signs.
  • You'll explore factors that affect a person's mental health.
  • You'll learn ways to support someone experiencing mental health difficulties.
  • You'll discover strategies for managing your own wellbeing.
  • You'll develop awareness of where people can go for help and support.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom sessions at Leicester Adult Education College, taking part in group discussions and activities. The qualification is assessed through an online multiple-choice examination, so you'll need to be comfortable using digital tools. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, covering vocational suitability and English, to confirm the course is the right fit for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leicester Adult Education College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supporting people with mental health needs day to day.
  • Support worker, helping individuals in community or residential settings.
  • Healthcare assistant, working alongside clinical teams in NHS or care settings.
  • Teaching assistant, supporting pupils' emotional health and wellbeing in schools.
  • Peer support worker, drawing on lived experience to help others.
  • Volunteer coordinator, organising mental health or community support services.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness, a natural next step that goes deeper into mental health topics and is recognised by many employers in health and social care.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health, covering a broader range of conditions and support approaches.
  • Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid, for those wanting to take on a mental health first aider role in a workplace setting.
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