Mental Health Awareness Award Level 1 (The Skills Network Platform) (Employer Delivery)

Be aware of what is meant by mental health

• Define the terms ‘mental health’ and ‘mental illhealth’
• Identify possible causes of mental health problems
• Identify examples of mental health problems
• List common sources of information on mental health issues
• Be aware of some of the social and personal effects of mental ill health
• State the percentage of people in the UK that might experience mental health problems
• Identify the effects that experiencing a mental health problem might have on an individual
• Outline how mental health is reported in the media
• Identify the negative effects media reporting can have on an individual
• Identify the negative effects media reporting can have on society
• Outline how stereotyping can affect people with mental health problems
• Be aware of some of the responses to mental health issues
• Identify the rights of people experiencing mental illhealth
• Identify possible responses that can be made to support an individual with mental health problems
• Outline factors which can have an impact on whether a response will work
• Identify where to refer people for further help or guidance about mental health issues
• Identify ways to promote positive mental health
• Be aware of cultural diversity in relation to mental health issues
• Identify possible causes of mental distress in different cultural groups
• Give examples of barriers that may exist for different cultural groups accessing services
• Outline ways of overcoming barriers to accessing services
• Outline factors that can help promote positive mental health amongst different cultural group