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Approximately 14 Weeks
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Awareness of Mental Health Problems Certificate Level 2
The qualification develops learners’ knowledge and understanding of a range of mental health issues, including general mental health, stress, anxiety, depression, phobias, dementia and other conditions which may significantly affect the mental health of a person. Learners will be given a thorough grounding in what is meant by mental health terminology, possible causes and triggers of each condition, how each condition can affect the lives of the people living with them, and how conditions may be managed. This qualification is designed to develop knowledge and skills in this subject area.
This qualification can be used to update and continue your professional development, (CPD), and to develop knowledge/skills relevant to the occupational specialisation. It is suitable for anyone who works, or is hoping to gain employment, in this field.
What will I do?
You will study:
- Unit 1 - Understanding mental health
- Unit 2 - Understanding stress
- Unit 3 - Understanding anxiety
- Unit 4 - Understanding phobias
- Unit 5 - Understanding depression
- Unit 6 - Understanding post-natal depression
- Unit 7 - Understanding bipolar disorder
- Unit 8 - Understanding schizophrenia
- Unit 9 - Understanding dementia
- Unit 10 - Understanding eating disorders
- Unit 11 - Understanding attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - ADHD
- Unit 12 - Understanding obsessive compulsive disorder - OCD
- Unit 13 - Understanding post-traumatic stress disorder - PTSD
Entry Qualifications
To study this course, you will need:
- To be aged 19+ on 31st August of the year you start the course
- A minimum of a Level 1 qualification in English/Literacy or equivalent
We can assess your English/Literacy level before you enrol on the Distance Learning course to see if you are currently working to this level. Please contact distancelearning@boston.ac.uk to request further information.
To assist in completion of this qualification, it may help to be working in, or have access to, the chosen sector. If you already have a higher-level qualification in this specialism, it may impact on your eligibility.
Attendance
This course will take you approximately 14 weeks to complete. Distance Learning courses can be studied from home, work, or any location you wish. This course will be studied via fully online learning and assessments.
Fees
This course is currently being subsidised by Boston College and is therefore FREE* of charge.
Please note that if you choose to withdraw from this course, you may have to pay a non-completion fee. However, we understand that sometimes there are exceptional circumstances that prohibit you from completing these courses, and our staff will always try to help you find a workable resolution.
*subject to eligibility.
How Will I Be Assessed
You will be allocated your own online study pack and will be supported by a personal tutor who you can contact throughout your studies. You will work through a series of tasks and activities to assist in gaining the qualification. There is no formal exam, however there will be written assessments related to the content.
Where Could It Lead?
Successful completion of the course will lead to a better understanding of the subject, which may improve your career prospects. You could also progress onto other qualifications in this field, or further Distance Learning courses to continue your CPD.
Other Distance Learning courses that may be of interest are:
- Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Care Planning
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Difficulties
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Other options for further study are:
- HE Qualification
- Apprenticeships
- Adult Learning Courses
How to Enrol.
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£29,256
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