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Level 3 Mental Health Course in Hayle

Cost£811.00
Duration5 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Understanding Mental Health Course in Hayle. Classes run at Dynamo Healthcare Training, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. The course covers in-depth knowledge of mental health, supporting individuals, and approaches used in health and social care settings. It typically takes 5 months part-time, with daytime attendance. There are no specific entry requirements, though a Level 2 health or social care qualification may be helpful. You'll come away with an understanding mental health qualification that supports progression into roles across the health and social care sector.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of autism. Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism, which would support progression onto appropriate qualifications and into employment within the health and social care sector.

The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to understand: how to adopt a positive approach to supporting individuals with autism the current legislative framework relating to individuals with autism and how different theories have developed over time how to support and manage transitions for individuals with autism the range of therapeutic interventions and support available for individuals with autism and co-occurring conditions how to support communication and social interaction for individuals with autism how to develop an understanding of how individuals with autism may be vulnerable and the support workers role and responsibilities relating to safeguarding according to legislative requirements.

Entry requirements

There are no specific prior skills/knowledge a learner must have for this qualification; however, learners might find it helpful if they have already achieved a level 2 qualification in a health or health and social care-related area

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key concepts and causes of mental health conditions.
  • You'll explore how mental health affects individuals in everyday life.
  • You'll learn about positive approaches to supporting people with mental health needs.
  • You'll develop knowledge of legislation and policy relevant to mental health care.
  • You'll understand the role of different services and professionals in mental health support.
  • You'll examine the impact of stigma and how to promote mental wellbeing.

How you will learn

This is a blended course. You'll complete some study online at your own pace and attend sessions at Dynamo Healthcare Training during the day. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks. There are no exams. Your work is submitted and assessed against the qualification requirements set by NCFE.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Dynamo Healthcare Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health support worker: assist individuals managing mental health conditions
  • Care assistant: support clients in residential or community care settings
  • Community support worker: help people live independently in the community
  • Healthcare assistant: work alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings
  • Recovery worker: support people through mental health or substance recovery programmes
  • Social care worker: provide day-to-day support within social care services

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) - the main vocational qualification for progressing into senior care roles.
  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Understanding Autism - builds specialist knowledge alongside this qualification.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care - for those moving into supervisory or team leader positions in health and social care.
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