The Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness provides a comprehensive understanding of mental health conditions, their impact, and effective support strategies.
DurationLevel 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness provides a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and how to support individuals experiencing them. This course uses both face to face and online study.
Overview
The Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness provides a comprehensive understanding of mental health conditions, their impact, and effective support strategies.
The course will provide valuable knowledge and skills that can be applied in both personal and professional settings. Whether you work in healthcare, social care, education, or any other field, this qualification can enhance your ability to support individuals with mental health conditions and promote positive mental health.
Who is this course for?
Anyone who interacts with others or is interested in personal development can benefit from a Level 2 Mental Health Awareness certificate. It provides valuable skills and knowledge to support mental well-being and reduce stigma.
The course is particulary useful for healthcare, education and social care professionals, counsellors, youth workers, HR professionals, Managers and individuals seeking professional development.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Assessment Types
Portfolio of evidence
Units/Modules
Understanding Mental Health
Understanding Stress
Understanding Anxiety
Understanding Phobias
Understanding Depression
Understanding Postnatal Depression
Understanding Bipolar Disorder
Understanding Schizophrenia
Understanding Dementia
Understanding Eating Disorders
Benefits/Skills
A Level 2 Mental Health Awareness course offers numerous benefits, both personally and professionally.
Benefits
Enhanced Understanding:
Develops a deeper understanding of various mental health conditions, their symptoms, and causes.
Gains knowledge of the impact of mental health on individuals, families, and communities.
Improved Communication Skills:
Effective communication techniques to interact with individuals experiencing mental health difficulties.
Develops empathy and understanding to build positive relationships.
Enhanced Empathy and Compassion:
Develops empathy and compassion for individuals with mental health conditions.
Challenges stigma and promotes understanding.
Increased Self-Awareness:
Promotes self-reflection and self-awareness of personal mental health.
Encourages healthy coping mechanisms and stress management techniques.
Career Advancement:
Enhances employability and career prospects in various sectors, including healthcare, social care, education, and human resources.
Demonstrates commitment to professional development and a positive impact on workplace culture.
Skills
Recognising the signs and symptoms of various mental health conditions.
Understands the risk factors and triggers for mental health problems.
Promoting Positive Mental Health:
Develops strategies to promote mental well-being and resilience.
Encourages healthy lifestyle choices and stress management techniques.
Supporting Others:
Offers appropriate support and guidance to individuals experiencing mental health difficulties.
Knows how to listen actively and provide emotional support.
The importance of self-care for those working in mental health.
Crisis Management:
How to respond to mental health crises, including recognising signs of distress and de-escalation techniques.
How to provide immediate support and refer to appropriate services.
Legal and Ethical Considerations:
Relevant legislation and ethical guidelines in mental health care.
Recognises boundaries and confidentiality.
Knows when and how to seek professional help.
Careers/Progression
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling
Our Mission
“To be an exceptional and responsive college providing life-changing education, skills and experiences for individuals, businesses and communities”
Our Values
Excellent
Excelling in teaching and learning to develop world-ready students.
Dynamic
Developing a culture where new ideas are embraced and nurtured.
Collaborative
Partnerships with employers in the development and delivery of the curriculum.
Empowering
Being an active member of the Keighley & District community, seeking opportunities to improve lives.
Enterprising
Determination to find successful solutions.
Aspirational
Being the best we can.
Sporting activities
The College runs a number of sporting activities including table tennis, zumba and football. New activities are introduced throughout the year and are publicised around the college.
Keighley College Gym
Keighley College students sat at the college chatting and laughing
Fundraising
Each year the College run a number of fundraising activities which support both local and national charities. Whilst all students are encouraged to join in activities, Fundraising forms part of Level 1 study programme.
“My team challenge was to raise funds for Manorlands. I decided to have my legs waxed in the college atrium and collect money through sponsorship. Although I felt as if I was going to pass out during the waxing I felt good about helping charity”
(Ryan Parker Level 1 Sport & Public Services Oct 16)
Volunteering
The College actively encourages students to participate in volunteering opportunities. It is recognised volunteering offers students the opportunity to meet new people, have fun and develop essential employability skills.
Examples of volunteering students have participated in are marshalling at sports events, working in a charity shop, supporting at a youth club and running community events.
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