Understanding Children & Young People’s Mental Health Level 2 Certificate
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
Develop your understanding of children and young people’s mental health and build knowledge to support wellbeing in education and care settings.
This qualification is designed to help you develop knowledge and understanding of mental health in children and young people. It is ideal if you are looking to progress into further study or employment within health and social care or education sectors.
You will explore common mental health conditions affecting children and young people, understand the impact of mental ill health, and learn about the support available to help maintain positive mental wellbeing. Studying online gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and pace that suits your work or home commitments, while still receiving structured support from experienced tutors.
What you’ll cover:
- Children and young people’s mental health in context
- Mental health problems commonly associated with children and young people
- The impact of mental ill health on children and young people
- Support available to maintain mental wellbeing in children and young people
For each unit, you will complete a set of knowledge-based questions as part of the formal assessment. Your tutor will provide feedback after each unit. All assessments must be completed and passed to successfully achieve the qualification.
Entry Requirements
Level 1 or equivalent English language qualification required.
Information
All learning materials are provided online. You will need access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection.
Studying a Craven College distance learning course is a great way to gain a FREE* accredited qualification in your spare time.
After completing an induction, you will be provided with all the learning materials you need and will receive ongoing support and guidance from experienced professional tutors. This flexible learning option is ideal if you have a busy work or home life and want to study where and when it suits you.
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 3 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health
- Level 2 or Level 3 Award, Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning
- Employment opportunities within education and social care settings
This course provides a strong foundation for further study and progression into roles supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
