What You Will Study
Unit 1: Understanding mental health and well-being
Section 1: Understand mental health, well-being and advocacy
Section 2:
Understand factors which may contribute to mental ill-health
Section 3:
Understand legislation that supports mental health in the UK
Unit 2: Stigma and stereotypes that individuals with mental ill-health may face
Section 1: Understand the stigma and stereotypes that individuals with mental
health may face
Section 2: Understand the impact of attitudes and perceptions
of mental health for individuals and organisations
Unit 3: Safeguarding individuals who may experience mental ill-health
Section 1: Understand how to safeguard individuals and the importance of a
person-centred approach
Section 2: Understand the importance of positive
relationships
Section 3: Understand the principles of online safety for
safeguarding those who experience mental ill-health
Section 4: Understand how
to respond to concerns with safeguarding
Unit 4: The role and responsibilities of a mental health first aider
Section 1: Understand the roles and responsibilities of a mental health first
aider
Section 2: Understand what to do when first responding to a mental
health emergency
Section 3: Understand health environments that promote
well-being
Section 4: Understand processes to follow when individuals face
mental health crisis
Section 5: Know the importance of having a wellness
action plan
Unit 5: Mental health first aid in a workplace environment
Section 1: Understand the fundamentals of mental health first aid in a
workplace environment
Section 2: Understand the types of mental ill health in
individuals in a workplace environment
Section 3: Understand actions to take
when an individual is facing a mental health crisis
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Attendance Expectations
No need to attend College, work from home at a pace that suits you.
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How You Will Be Assessed
The course is delivered via distance learning, supported by a range of interactive online resources. Work is assessed by the tutor throughout the programme from induction to completion.
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Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of Level 2 in English and Maths or equivalent.
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Fee Information
This is a free course.