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Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course in Newcastle upon Tyne

Cost£360.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Newcastle College Southwark College, daytime with flexible study over two years. This mental health first aid qualification covers how to recognise, understand, and respond to mental health issues in the workplace. You'll also study mental health advocacy, learning how to support colleagues and promote wellbeing at work. The course suits adults working or looking to work in care, education, support, or community settings. Fees apply, though a reduction may be possible depending on your circumstances. Contact the centre for details.

Who this course is for

Adults

What you will learn

  • You'll identify the signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions.
  • You'll understand how mental health issues affect people in the workplace.
  • You'll learn how to provide first aid support to someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
  • You'll explore the principles of mental health advocacy and how to champion wellbeing at work.
  • You'll develop knowledge of legislation and guidance relevant to workplace mental health.
  • You'll understand the importance of self-care and resilience for those in supporting roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre, with flexible daytime attendance across the two-year course. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete as you progress through the units. There are no exams. Your tutor will give feedback on your work throughout the course to help you develop your understanding.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health first aider, supporting staff wellbeing in any workplace
  • Support worker, helping adults with mental health needs in community settings
  • Care assistant, providing day-to-day support in residential or home care
  • Teaching assistant, supporting pupils with social and emotional needs
  • SEN teaching assistant, working with students who need additional support
  • Youth support worker, working with young people facing mental health challenges
  • Nursery practitioner, supporting children's emotional development and wellbeing
  • Adult educator, delivering wellbeing or health-related programmes to adults

What you could study next

A Level 3 Award in Mental Health at Work or a Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills would build on what you've learned here. If you're moving into care or support work, a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is a recognised next step. Those interested in teaching or training others in mental health awareness could look at a Level 3 Award in Education and Training.

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