Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy
Description
This qualification is suitable for learners who wish to raise their awareness of Mental Health to create a culture of care and the promotion of positive Mental Health. This qualification gives learners the opportunity to understand Mental Health, its associated care and how this can be applied to learners or colleagues in the workplace.
Please note that whilst the course is free, there is a £50 withdrawal fee if you choose to withdraw from the course.
This is a knowledge-based qualification with an internally assessed and externally assured portfolio of evidence. Learners are required to successfully complete 3 mandatory units:
- Unit 01: Exploring Mental Health
- Unit 02: Understand How to Support Individuals with Mental Ill Health
- Unit 03: Understand a Mentally Healthy Environment
Awarding Body: NCFE
This is an online course. You will receive your own study pack, alongside a specialist tutor who will guide you through your studies. Your study pack includes a set of high-quality knowledge workbooks that are designed to help you learn independently through a range of reflective activities. You will also receive an online assessment account (e-assessor) where you will document your evidence.
Course Length
9 weeks (although you can complete more quickly if you wish)
Attendance
This course is part of our online learning offer, and you will primarily study at home. Regular drop-in workshops are available, facilitated by a specialist tutor. We encourage attendance at the drop-in sessions for support, reassurance and knowledge building.
You will receive submission dates for all units.
If you require additional support, regular tutorials can be arranged.
You could progress onto other Online Learning programmes such as:
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences.
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Challenging Behaviour
- Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding and PREVENT
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children’s Mental Health
- Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity