Level 2 Mental Health Awareness Course in Bridgwater. Classes run at Bridgwater College, part-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. The course takes one week and covers the fundamentals of mental health, how to recognise signs of distress, and how to respond with care and confidence. It suits anyone fitting study around work, family, or other commitments. This level 2 mental health awareness qualification is relevant to roles in care, education, and community support.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll understand what mental health means and why it matters.
You'll recognise common mental health conditions and their signs.
You'll learn how stigma affects people and how to challenge it.
You'll explore how to have supportive conversations with someone in distress.
You'll understand when and how to signpost people to professional help.
You'll develop awareness of factors that affect mental wellbeing.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bridgwater College over one week. Learning is delivered through tutor-led discussion, group activities, and case studies. Assessment is typically through a short written task or knowledge check completed during the course. Contact the college directly to confirm the specific assessment format for this intake.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bridgwater College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: assist people with mental health needs day to day.
Care assistant: provide personal and emotional support in care settings.
Mental health first aider: act as a first point of contact in a workplace.
Teaching assistant: support pupils' wellbeing alongside classroom learning.
SEN teaching assistant: work with students who have additional needs.
Youth support worker: help young people manage challenges and access services.
Nursery practitioner: apply wellbeing awareness in early years settings.
Adult educator: deliver community learning with an informed, supportive approach.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health: deepen your knowledge and take on more responsibility in a support role.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification for those moving into care or support work professionally.
Mental Health First Aid England (MHFA) Two-Day Course: a widely recognised workplace qualification for mental health first aiders.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or training others in mental health awareness.
