Awareness of Mental Health Problems Certificate
Cornwall College St Austell - as required
Level 2 Levels Explained
12 weeks.
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Awareness of Mental Health Problems Certificate
Around 450 million people worldwide suffer from a mental health problem. You can help tackle this challenge by increasing your knowledge with our level 2 certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. This fully online course will help you gain new knowledge and skills for your personal life as well as your career. It covers lots of different mental health problems, including stress, anxiety, phobias, depression, dementia, eating disorders and schizophrenia. You’ll learn about the signs and symptoms of different mental health conditions and how to manage them, as well as gaining an understanding of mental health legislation and guidance.
What you will learn
Develop understanding and appreciation of mental health conditions
Learn about signs, triggers and symptoms of mental health
Understand how mental health affects an individual’s ability to cope and function
Examine guidance to potentially manage and support them with their illness
Entry requirements
19+, Currently live in England, Resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, L1 Literacy Initial Assessment, Computer access
Work experience
N/A
Assessment
Online questions and answers with assessor support. Work at your own pace with an experienced assessor on hand to guide you in completing your course.
Progression
L2 Adult Care Worker, L2 Early Years Practitioner, L2 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Cornwall College St Austell
Set at the top of St Austell, with incredible views over the bay, our campus boasts ground-breaking facilities and exceptional student spaces. The Keay Theatre area plays host to our famous Altitude Dance Academy and performing arts, while our award-winning student restaurant Cloisters is recognised as one of the best in the country. Brand new electric vehicle training labs set within our modern construction and engineering buildings showcase just some of the incredible opportunities for people in St Austell and beyond.
Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne
Learn about signs, triggers and symptoms of mental health
Understand how mental health affects an individual’s ability to cope and function
Examine guidance to potentially manage and support them with their illness

Cornwall College St Austell
Set at the top of St Austell, with incredible views over the bay, our campus boasts ground-breaking facilities and exceptional student spaces. The Keay Theatre area plays host to our famous Altitude Dance Academy and performing arts, while our award-winning student restaurant Cloisters is recognised as one of the best in the country. Brand new electric vehicle training labs set within our modern construction and engineering buildings showcase just some of the incredible opportunities for people in St Austell and beyond.
Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne
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Dates & Locations
- Location - Cornwall College St Austell
- Start Date - As required
- Fees - Tuition Fees: £362.00
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Course Code 10179-OTH-23
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