Introduction to Mental Health Awareness

Course Information

Overview

The objective of this qualification is to prepare learners to progress to a qualification in another subject area and/or to give learners personal growth and engagement in learning, specifically in relation to understanding the basic principles of mental health, mental ill health and wellbeing.

Course units/modules

• Mental health and wellbeing
• Effects of mental health
• Mental health continuum
• Self-managing own wellbeing

Benefits and skills

• Gained and developed knowledge of Mental Health
• Recognising different types of Mental Ill Health & Mental Illnesses
• How to mange your own Wellbeing

Entry requirements

It is advised that learners have a minimum of level 1 in literacy and/or numeracy or equivalent.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

• Level 2 Award in Introduction to First Aid for Mental Health
• Level 3 Award in Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace for Managers

Assessment types

This qualification is assessed by a multiple choice examination.