What does this qualification cover?
This qualification aims to raise awareness of mental health and a range of mental health problems.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed for anyone looking to develop their understanding of mental health and the problems that can cause mental ill health.
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above.
What are the entry requirements?
There are no specific prior qualifications needed to access this qualification, although learners may find it useful to have previously achieved a Level 1 qualification in a health, social care or mental-health related area.
How is this qualification structured?
To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems, learners are required to successfully complete 13 mandatory units.
How is it assessed?
To achieve the Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems, learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria of the units as detailed in the qualification specification. Grades are not awarded.
The Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems is internally assessed.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
• Level 2 and 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
• Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia
• Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
The objective of this qualification is to develop the learners understanding of a range of mental-health problems, which could be used to support their role in the workplace, or where they may work or interact with individuals with mental-health problems.
You must meet the following eligibility criteria to be able to apply for this course:
• You must currently live in England
• You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study
• You must be over the age of 19
• You must not be on an apprenticeship
Funding for our qualifications.
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our ‘Cost’ page.
Please follow the link for Fees and Funding information.
Please feel free to call regarding any queries about funding on 01752 202266 or email admissions@achievementtraining.com
There is a £150 cancellation fee if you enrol and do not complete or withdraw from the course. This fee is to cover administration costs.
If you have any issues with applying online or need additional support with the application process, please contact the Admissions team on 01752 202269/64.