Mental Health Awareness - Level 2 Summary Where can this subject lead? Key information What will I learn? How will I learn? How will I be assessed? Summary This qualification is a knowledge-based course and is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and awareness of mental health. It provides an understanding of mental health, how anxiety, depression and stress impacts on self and others. You will explore different phobias, and look at bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, dementia and eating disorders which all come under the umbrella of mental health. Next course dates Start date Location Duration 10 Sep 2025 Bispham Campus 14 Weeks Apply now Where can this subject lead? Career progressionThis Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health will not confirm competence in a job role but will provide an opportunity for learners to develop knowledge and build CPD. It can also be used to enhance the CV and provide background knowledge for those looking to gain employment in the health and social care sector.Progression could lead onto Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care and Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health.Level 3 qualifications enable learners to:Apply factual, procedural and theoretical subject knowledgeUse relevant knowledge and methods to address complex, non-routine problemsInterpret and evaluate relevant information and ideasUnderstand the nature of the area of study or workDemonstrate an awareness of different perspectives and approachesIdentify, select and use appropriate cognitive and practical skllsUse appropriate research to inform actionsReview and evaluate the effectiveness of their own methods Key information Entry RequirementsNo previous training or experience is required for this programme, but you must be over 19 on the 31 August before the course start date. Qualification obtainedCertificate in Mental Health Awareness Extra costs and equipmentThere are no other costs or equipment requirements for this course. Terms and conditionsRead our full terms and conditions for more information. What will I learn? Industry placement, field trips and guest speakersNo work placement is required. How will I learn? The courses are delivered 1 day a week over 12 weeks, from the course start date. This will be 5-hour classroom-based sessions with specialist course tutors. The tutors will also be available for support and will guide you from the beginning to the completion of your qualification.Within these sessions there will be tutor delivery, question and answer, discussion, group work tasks and individual tasks. The assessment tasks take the form of Written assignments and task briefs. You will also have access to a Virtual Learning Platform which will provide you with additional resources to support completion of the qualification.This qualification aims to:Focus on the study of mental health and mental wellbeingOffer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledgeThe objectives of this qualification are to:Raise awareness of mental health and a range of mental health conditionsIncrease the learners understanding of mental health and the causes of mental ill-health How will I be assessed? How will I be assessed?The course is assessed in written assignments, Powerpoint presentations and case studies.The following modules are covered:Understanding mental healthUnderstanding stressUnderstanding anxietyUnderstanding phobiasUnderstanding depressionUnderstanding postnatal depressionUnderstanding bipolar disorderUnderstanding schizophreniaUnderstanding dementiaUnderstanding eating disorders