Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems (Free* if aged 19 or over)
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Who is this course for?
Did you know that one in four British adults experience at least one diagnosable mental health problem each year? The most common is mixed anxiety and depression, but there are many other issues which have a huge impact on a person’s life and the people around them.
Anyone who works around people with mental health problems needs to understand each condition fully. Likewise, anyone who has seen someone experience mental health problems would benefit from understanding the meaning, causes, effects, symptoms and management of the condition. This nationally recognised qualification covers all of these aspects and is the perfect place to start.
The qualification is suitable for anyone who wishes to increase their knowledge of mental health problems, the factors that cause mental ill-health and the ways that mental health problems can be managed. The course is also suitable for those who already work in this area, anyone who wants to secure a job linked to mental health and anyone who wants to gain more knowledge for personal reasons.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course but a good understanding of both written and spoken English, as well as knowledge of using IT equipment, will be useful.
What will you learn?
This course is split into 13 manageable units:
Unit 1: Understanding mental health
Unit 2: Understanding stress
Unit 3: Understanding anxiety
Unit 4: Understanding phobias
Unit 5: Understanding depression
Unit 6: Understanding post-natal depression
Unit 7: Understanding bipolar disorder
Unit 8: Understanding schizophrenia
Unit 9: Understanding dementia
Unit 10: Understanding eating disorders
Unit 11: Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Unit 12: Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Unit 13: Understanding Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered online.
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 complete workbooks using our online platform with 1:1 coach / tutor support.
You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence which is put together during the course and demonstrates that you have met the required assessment criteria. On completion, the portfolio of evidence is submitted in an online format.
Where next?
You could progress onto another free qualification in:
Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness
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 & 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 & Control of Infection
Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity
Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Prevention
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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DCG Success Stories
Halima Khanom
DCG support helps new mum Halima train for career in mental health
My DCG lecturer, Julie, is absolutely amazing. She’s encouraged me so much and been so understanding about me having a young child to look after. I don’t think I would have stuck at it without her support.
Course Information Last Updated On: March 25, 2024 12:05 pm
