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Flexible 12 weeks Level 2 Distance Learning Hartlepool Sixth Form Skills & Qualifications Enquire Enrol

What’s it all about?

The Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid & Advocacy is designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge to support individuals experiencing mental health issues. This course covers the principles of mental health first aid, how to recognise signs of mental health problem, and the importance of advocacy in promoting mental well-being in various settings.

There are no specific entry requirements, however, learners should have a minimum of a Level 1 in English and Maths, or the equivalent.

The qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 years or above.

Study level Cost Additional fees
19+ Free (subject to eligibility checks) There are no additional costs if you meet the eligibility criteria, which will be explained during enrolment.

You will be added to our Equal platform, where you will be able to access learning resources and assessments to complete. You'll also be allocated your own personal tutor who you can contact throughout your studies.

You will be required to work through a series of tasks and activities designed to reinforce the learning process and demonstrate your knowledge. Your personal tutor will then assess your work and provide you with constructive feedback for each unit.

It is essential that all learners are assessed in English, unless the qualification specification specifically states that another language may be accepted. This also applies to all learner evidence presented for external quality assurance purposes.

The qualification is assessed by internally set and marked assessments, which are subject to external quality assurance.
All learning outcomes that assess knowledge and understanding (usually beginning with ‘understand’ or ‘know how to’) may be assessed through internally set and marked written assignments, tasks, records of oral or written questions, workbooks, or other portfolio evidence.

Materials for internal assessment must be submitted for approval before use and must be mapped to the relevant unit, learning outcome and assessment criteria.

All learning outcomes and assessment criteria must be met to achieve a pass - there is no grading.

Each unit within the qualification may have its own assessment requirements, guidance and range:

- Assessment requirements are conditions of assessment that must be met by learners when undertaking their assessments to achieve the unit or meet a particular assessment criterion
- Assessment guidance includes areas that could be covered by learners in their assessments to achieve the unit or a particular assessment criteria, but are not mandatory
- Useful websites are resources that could be used by centres for the delivery of the qualification and by learners to support them with the completion of the unit

You should be able to work at a Level 1 or above in Functional Skills.

This is a 12 week, virtual learning course.

You will be required to attend a virtually taught session for each unit, whilst working independently in your own time to complete the assessments. Support is available via our online resources and you will also be assigned an individual tutorto support you.

Assessment submission dates are evenly scheduled throughout the 12 weeks. You are advised to allocate dedicated time each week for completion of the course.

You will also be asked to attend virtual 1-1 sessions after each unit is complete. If required, you can request additional 1-1 support sessions which can be arranged with your tutor.

Throughout this course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of mental health and mental illness, to to help enable you to recognise and identify signs and symptoms of common mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression.

This includes learning how to offer initial support and guidance to individuals experiencing mental health problems, as well understanding the role of advocacy in mental health and the creation of a supportive environment.

Learn about the legal and ethical aspects of mental health support in the workplace, and how to develop strategies to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health issues.

The course may be helpful across a range of roles and sectors, including:

- Managers and supervisors supporting their teams and promoting a mentally healthy workplace
- HR professionals enhancing their ability to manage mental health issues within the workforce
- Healthcare workers: providing support to patients and colleagues
- Teachers and educators identifing and supporting students with mental health challenges
- Volunteers and community workers assisting individuals in their communities

This course is split into three units, which include:

- Exploring Mental Health
- Understanding How to Support Individuals with Mental Ill Health
- Understanding a Mentally Healthy Environment

What’s next?

After successfully completing the course, learners will be able to further their own continuous professional development, which may improve their career prospects or progress to further training. You could also progress on to further study in the field or other virtual learning programmes.

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