Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness (Free* if aged 19 or over)
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Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for learners who wish to gain a basic knowledge of mental health and the effects it can have on both individuals and society.
Anyone who currently works in health and social care settings would benefit from this course, as well as those who would like to raise their awareness of mental health for personal reasons.
Entry Requirements
You must be aged 19 or over (Free* if aged 19 or over)
What will you learn?
This course contains one unit which is split into four manageable sections:
• Section 1: What is meant by mental health
• Section 2: The social and personal effects of mental ill health
• Section 3: The responses to mental health issues
• Section 4: Cultural diversity in relation to mental health issues
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered online via our interactive platform and you will have a designated tutor to support you through the programme.
What will you need to bring with you?
There are no additional costs but access to IT equipment and the Internet is required.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed through our online platform.
Where next?
You could progress to another free qualification such as:
- Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance
- Level 2 Certificate in Living in a Fair and Diverse Society
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with and Supporting Individuals with Learning Difficulties
- Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Warehousing
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection
- Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity
- Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Prevention
- Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Problems
- Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions
- Level 2 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability
- Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care
- Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning
- Level 2 Certificate in Lean Management Techniques
- Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid for Leaders
- Level 2 Certificate in Digital Marketing
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact liz.young@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: June 25, 2025 1:12 pm
