Course Summary
Students will explore factors influencing mental health, stigma and discrimination, and strategies for promoting mental well-being. The course emphasizes critical thinking, research skills, and ethical considerations in mental health practice. Completion of this certificate equips learners with advanced competencies to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges, advocate for mental health awareness, and contribute to improving mental health outcomes in diverse settings.
This is a 9 month course and will be delivered online. This course is free subject to meeting eligibility criteria such as being aged 19 years or older.
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Key Topics
The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to understand:
- Mental health legislation, services and public attitudes and how these have evolved
- How to support mental well-being through various stages of life
- Mental ill health, treatment options available and the skills required to work in a mental health service
- Potential consequences of mental ill health.
Assessment
Students enrolled onto this course will be allocated an Assessor/Tutor. All units will be individually internally assessed using a range of assessment methods. Assessment will be Internally Quality Assured (IQA) and Externally Quality Assured (EQA) by the Awarding Organisation.
The different types/methods of assessment will be discussed between student and Assessor/Tutor.
Progression
You can progress onto another adult education course.
Entry Requirements
While there are no strict entry requirements for this qualification, students will need to complete initial and diagnostic assessments in English and maths to determine the level of the course.