Name of Course
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness (RQF).
Who is the course suitable for?
Anybody working with someone who has mental ill health or anybody aiming to develop their knowledge of mental health.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of level one in literacy and numeracy or equivalent.
The qualification is suitable for learners of 19 years of age and above.
Qualification Purpose
The purpose of the qualification is to develop learners’ understanding of a range of mental health issues including stress, anxiety, depression, phobias, and other conditions which may significantly affect the mental health of a person and how to respond to them. It is aimed at learners who are involved in the delivery of mental health services but do not hold a related professional qualification.
This qualification is designed to develop knowledge and skills in this subject area.
Cost of the Course
Funding opportunities available.
Mandatory Units/Course Content
Unit | Level | Guided Learning Hours | Credit Value | Contribution to TQT |
Understanding Stress | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Understanding Anxiety | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Understanding Bipolar Disorder | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Understanding Dementia | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Understanding Depression | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Understanding Eating Disorders | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Understanding Mental Health | 2 | 40 | 4 | 40 |
Understanding Phobias | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Understanding Post-Natal Depression | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Understanding Schizophrenia | 2 | 10 | 1 | 10 |
Length of Course
130 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) over 3-6 months.
Assessment
The assessment for the course will be undertaken through a range of workbooks.
Progression Prospects
Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in Mental Health (QCF)
TQUK Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF)
TQUK Level 2 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support (RQF)
TQUK Level 3 Award in Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (RQF)
TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF)
TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health Care (QCF)
TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support (RQF)
Delivery Methods
Delivery methods for the course may vary but will involve either taught sessions or distance learning.
Learners must complete all 10 mandatory units.
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