Description

The Mental Health Awareness course equips you to identify common mental health issues and determine the right action to take.

The course delves into the various forms of mental health issues, such as anxiety, PTSD, panic attacks, depression, phobias, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, loneliness, and stress. It also describes how you can look after your own mental health and support others with their mental health issues.

In essence, this qualification aims to boost your understanding of mental health and sharpen your skills, paving the way for career growth.

Eligibility:

Fully government-funded places are available for anyone: who is over 19, currently lives in England and has lived within the EU for the last three years. The student would have to provide proof of ID, proof of Address (dated the last 2 months), proof of National Insurance Number and proof of Settled or Pre-Settled Status (Only for EU students).

Requirements

There are no recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, we recommend candidates have a level of literacy and numeracy equivalent to Level 1. All students would have to attend an initial assessment test.

Assessment

A Level 1 Mental Health Awareness certification requires meeting all unit learning outcomes and assessment criteria. Assessment consists of a required workbook evaluated both internally and through external quality assurance.

Dates and times

Tuesday and Wednesday 10-12 pm or 12 pm to 2 pm.

Price

Free: Funded

Award

Upon successful completion of this course, candidates will be awarded a Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness.

If you wish to have more information, we will be glad to help you at the reception of the college.