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.
Our distance learning courses are completed online, so there is no need for any personal attendance in college, however you can always attend college if you feel you need this.
You will complete assessments by answering questions and submitting them to your tutor via the online learning platform.
You will be given full written feedback on your assessments within 5 working days.
Your tutor is available by email, or Mobile Phone during office hours if you need support with your studies.
To study the courses, you need to have a suitable device such as a laptop, a desktop computer, or a tablet such as an iPad. You also need access to the internet.
Please note: It is not possible to complete the courses on a mobile phone as they are not compatible with our learning platform.
On successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate from NCFE awarding body, confirming your achievement.
To be awarded this qualification, learners are required to successfully achieve 3 mandatory units.
Units covered are:
This is a knowledge-based qualification which is internally assessed and externally moderated by NCFE.
To meet the standards, you will complete the online assessment with either a pass or resubmit.
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Student Voice
I felt there was a lot of support at College from tutors and other staff. The course is the reason why I got a place at university. It prepared me and helped with completing assignments and referencing which made it easier at university. My placements gave me a greater understanding of what a job in health and social care could be like. It was the best decision I made in terms of my career pathway.
On successful completion of the Mental health first aid and advocacy course level 2 course, learners could progress to:
Course Career Prospects
The Level 2 course in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace can be applied in future career paths such as;
Fully Funded.
Level
Level 2
Duration
9 Weeks
Study Mode
Distance, Short
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