This Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness course is aimed at adult learners aged 19+. It is designed to provide learners with a foundational understanding of mental health and a range of mental health conditions. It aims to raise awareness, increase knowledge of the causes of mental ill-health, and help learners understand the impact these conditions can have on individuals.
This course is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their knowledge in Health Care or Social Care area, whether for personal development, and professional advancement.
As a learner on this course, you’ll benefit from studying at our Midland Metropolitan Learning Campus, located alongside Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. You’ll learn in a specialist health environment, developing your understanding of mental health, wellbeing, and the support available to individuals, while building the confidence and knowledge needed for further study or a career in health and social care.
Course content:
This Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness offers a foundational understanding of mental health and various mental health conditions. It aims to increase awareness of mental health problems, knowledge of causes, and understanding of the impact of these conditions on individuals.
Modules:
- Mental Health: What it is, influences, help.
- Stress: Causes, effects, coping.
- Anxiety: Types, signs, management.
- Phobias: What they are, impact, support.
- Depression: Types, signs, help.
- Bipolar: Mood swings, management.
- Schizophrenia: Symptoms, support.
- Dementia: Types, impact, care.
- Eating Disorders: Types, consequences, help.
- Postnatal Depression: Signs, impact, management
Facilities:
- Specialist classrooms equipped for health education
- Virtual Reality Learning environment.
- Access to computer suites with relevant software
- Library resources with up-to-date materials
- Dedicated study areas for independent learning
- On-site support services including career advice and counselling
Awarding Body:
AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group is a UK-based Awarding Organisation (AO) and Access Validating Agency (AVA) that offers various qualifications and assessments. They have a long history, with over 40 years of experience in developing and awarding qualifications. Their mission is to empower learners through inclusive and high-quality education and training.