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

Cost£30.00
Duration2 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start23 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Mental Health and Wellbeing Course in Leicester. Evening classes run at Leicester Adult Education College, part-time over 2 weeks. The mental health and wellbeing classes fit around your existing commitments. You'll build a foundation in understanding mental health and wellbeing, covering key concepts and how to support others. You'll need at least Entry Level 3 English and confidence with basic digital skills, as the assessment is online. This course is not suitable for anyone currently experiencing severe emotional or psychological distress.

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 explore what mental health and wellbeing mean and why they matter.
  • You'll learn to recognise common mental health challenges and their signs.
  • You'll understand how mental health affects everyday life and relationships.
  • You'll discover ways to support others who are experiencing mental health difficulties.
  • You'll identify strategies and approaches that promote positive wellbeing.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a blend of classroom activities and group discussions. Assessment is through an online multiple-choice examination. You'll need confidence using digital skills to complete the assessment. The initial assessment at enrolment covers both vocational suitability and English level to confirm this course is right 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. Support clients' day-to-day wellbeing in care settings.
  • Support worker. Help individuals with mental health or social care needs.
  • Healthcare assistant. Assist clinical teams in NHS or community settings.
  • Teaching assistant. Support pupils' emotional and social wellbeing in schools.
  • Community outreach worker. Connect people to mental health and social services.
  • Peer support worker. Use lived experience to support others in recovery.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness. Builds on this foundation with greater depth on mental health conditions and support approaches.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. A step toward counselling or support roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid. Recognised by many employers in health, education, and social care settings.
  • Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification. Broadens your options across the care sector.
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