Course Summary
This course covers essential topics such as understanding common mental health disorders, recognising signs of mental distress, and promoting mental well-being in the workplace. Students will also learn about the principles and practices of mental health first aid, including how to provide initial support to individuals experiencing mental health crises or challenges. Additionally, the course explores strategies for advocating for mental health awareness and creating supportive workplaces. Completion of this certificate equips learners with valuable skills to promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture that enhances mental health and well-being.
This is a 4 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 purpose of this qualification is to give learners the skills to support colleagues with mental health problems. These skills will be gained by increasing the learner’s knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions and the principles of mental health first aid and how this can be implemented in the workplace.
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.