Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, part-time during the day. You'll study mental health conditions, early intervention, and how to support colleagues in the workplace. The course runs over 10 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll develop communication skills and learn how to promote a culture of care at work. This level 2 mental health first aid qualification is open to learners aged 19 or over.
Who this course is for
Do you want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of colleagues experiencing mental health challenges? This qualification equips you with the knowledge and skills to provide compassionate, person-centred support. From understanding various mental health conditions and the importance of early intervention to enhancing communication and promoting a culture of care, this course prepares you to deliver high-quality mental health first aid and advocacy in the workplace.
Entry requirements
Technical Entry Requirements: Age: 19 years or over (19+) Additional Non-Qualification-Based Entry Requirements: DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is not required for enrolment on this course. However, it is essential for those seeking employment or voluntary work involving vulnerable adults. This check is typically arranged through your employer or placement provider.
What you will learn
You'll understand a range of mental health conditions and how they affect people at work.
You'll learn the importance of early intervention and how to respond to someone in crisis.
You'll develop person-centred communication skills for supporting colleagues sensitively.
You'll explore how to promote a positive mental health culture in the workplace.
You'll understand the role of a mental health first aider and advocate.
You'll learn about signposting colleagues to appropriate professional support.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom at Bispham Campus. Learning is built around tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and case-based activities. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks that you complete during the course. There are no exams. You do not need to attend a placement or work setting to complete the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mental health first aider, supporting colleagues' wellbeing at work.
Support worker, helping adults with mental health needs day to day.
Care assistant, working in residential or community care settings.
Teaching assistant or SEN teaching assistant, supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing.
Youth support worker, working with young people facing mental health challenges.
Nursery practitioner, contributing to children's social and emotional development.
Adult educator, delivering health and wellbeing programmes in community settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health in the Workplace (various awarding bodies) - deepens your knowledge and moves you toward a more senior advisory or training role.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care - broadens your skills for roles across the care sector.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - a step toward counselling or therapeutic support work if you want to develop that specialism further.
