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Course Overview

This engaging and comprehensive course is designed for those looking to expand their understanding and knowledge of mental health.  It covers a wide range of topics, including understanding mental health, stress, anxiety, phobias, depression, postnatal depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, dementia, and eating disorders.

This course aims to raise awareness and deepen your understanding of various mental health conditions and the factors contributing to mental ill-health.  By the end of the course, you will have gained valuable insights into the complexities of mental health, empowering you to make a positive impact in both personal and professional settings.

Get ready to embark on a journey that not only enhances your knowledge but also prepares you for further studies or careers in the field of mental health and social care. Join us and become part of a community dedicated to promoting mental well-being and supporting those in need!

What our learners say...

5 Star Feedback: "I enjoyed all aspects of the course. I find I am more understanding of individuals and their actions, feelings and behaviour, even if they do not have any mental health issues or disorders. I try to listen better and be more supportive to family, friends and others who may need support or just someone to vent to. My assessor was greatly supportive, encouraging and understanding." - Deborah

5 Star Feedback: "I work in HR in social care for a company that provides domiciliary care for people with disabilities. Some of our service users have mental health conditions but what we are seeing is a lot of people that are coming to work here also have some quite complex mental health conditions themselves. Being able to understand this is very beneficial for my role. I didn't seek any support but the feedback received from my assessor was wonderful. I have really enjoyed doing this course." - Caroline

Our enrolment process is completely online and you will be assisted every step of the way by one of our team members.  

If you require any further information or help at all, please email our Free Course Team on freecourses@bpc.ac.uk

For each qualification the learner receives a hard copy/learning pack, which contains all the theory and knowledge a learner will need to achieve these Level 2 qualifications. We use a online learning platform known as eAssessor to submit your answers to the course, the course is broken into topics/sections and you submit your studies to your assessor for feedback as you work your way through.

What you will learn:

  • Unit 1 - Understanding Mental Health
  • Unit 2 - Understanding Stress
  • Unit 3 - Understanding Anxiety
  • Unit 4 - Understanding Phobias
  • Unit 5 - Understanding Depression
  • Unit 6 - Understanding Post-Natal Depression
  • Unit 7 - Understanding Bipolar Disorder
  • Unit 8 - Understanding Schizophrenia
  • Unit 9 - Understanding Dementia
  • Unit 10 - Understanding Eating Disorders
  • Unit 11 - Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
  • Unit 12 - Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Unit 13 - Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

These funded courses are available for anyone that is 19 years old and over, that have lived in the EU/UK for the past 3 years.

Whether you’re interested in learning for work, career progression or self-development, our range of nationally recognised courses provides a flexible blended approach to your learning.

Explore our extensive range of free adult online qualifications, designed to enhance your skills and knowledge across diverse fields. From honing your office and business acumen to promoting mental health awareness and supporting others, our courses encompass education, training, business, health, and social care.

Join us today elevate your expertise and advance your career, at no cost at all!

Please ensure you have a suitable device to study the course upon, such as a desktop or laptop to allow learners to view their learning account and type answers with ease.

No experience in the Health and Social Sector is needed.

You will be provided with an interactive learning account, containing practical advice and guidance to aid your learning journey.  We use an online learning platform known as eAssessor Pro to submit your written answers, all of our online courses are broken into bite-sized topics/sections and you submit your studies for feedback and guidance as you work your way through your chosen course.

Please don’t worry, there are no exams!  Plus, you will be supported from start to finish by one of our online course tutors, who are industry experts in their own specialised fields.

No work experience required.

Upon completing this course, a wealth of progression opportunities awaits you.  Other Free Online Level 2 courses that you might wish to consider are:

•    Mental Health First Aid & Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace
•    Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
•    Understanding Behaviours that Challenge
•    Counselling Skills
•    Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health

All of these qualifications very much complement this course.

You could pursue roles where basic mental health knowledge is essential. Potential job options include:

  • Support Worker: Assisting individuals with mental health challenges in various settings, such as residential care or community outreach.
  • Healthcare Assistant: Working in hospitals or care homes, supporting patients with mental health needs alongside physical care.
  • Peer Support Worker: Drawing on personal experiences with mental health to support others in their recovery journey.
  • Teaching Assistant: Supporting students with mental health challenges in educational settings.
  • Customer Service Roles: Especially in sectors where understanding mental health is beneficial, such as charities, helplines, or social services.
  • Community Worker: Working with local organisations to provide mental health support and raise awareness in communities.

This qualification provides a strong foundational understanding of mental health, but further training or experience may be required for more specialised roles.

These courses are offered 'free' on the proviso that the course is completed. If you fail to complete any course, you will be liable to pay a £125.00 administrative fee.

These courses are offered 'free' on the proviso that the course is completed. If you fail to complete any course, or do not actively engage by regularly submitting work, you will be liable to pay a £125.00 Administrative Fee.

 

These courses are offered 'free' on the proviso that the course is completed. If you fail to complete any course, you will be liable to pay a £250.00 Administrative Fee.

All courses are flexible part-time learning, from the comfort of your own home, requiring 3-4 hours of self-study per week. The duration of this course is 21 weeks.

Please Apply Now using our Online Enrolment Form – Web link https://www.thecollege.co.uk/adult-skills/free-online-courses

If you require any further information or help at all, please email our Free Course Team on freecourses@bpc.ac.uk

 

Awarding Body:
NCFE CACHE

Curriculum Area:
Commercial Delivery - Commercial Delivery

Course Options

Start Date

Various

Attendance

Online

Duration

21 Weeks

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