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Increase your understanding of the different conditions that can affect mental health

If you're looking to develop an understanding and appreciation of mental health, this course will help you learn more about the different conditions that can cause mental health problems. This course focuses on the signs and symptoms of different mental health conditions and neurodiversity, including; anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD and much more.

Throughout the qualification, each unit focuses on different mental health conditions, you'll learn how to manage or support them, as well as gaining an understanding of mental health legislation and guidance. During this course, you will gain new knowledge and skills for your personal life as well as your career.

 

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This course has thirteen units:
    • Mental Health
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Phobias
    • Depression
    • Postnatal Depression
    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Schizophrenia
    • Dementia
    • Eating Disorders
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

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We call our online courses 'flexible' learning as they're designed to fit around your other commitments. You'll get access to our online learning platform where you'll work through your assessments with support from a subject specialist tutor.

The duration of this course is 7 weeks.

We refer to our online courses as 'flexible learning' because they're designed to be completed around your work and home life commitments. All deadlines for your course will be shown in your online course platform once you are enrolled to help keep you on track.

This course is funded via the Government's 'Adult Skills Fund' which means you may be able to study for free. Eligibility criteria for funding can be found below. If you are not eligible for funding, you can still purchase the course by clicking the 'Buy Now' button above.

This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, a leading awarding organisation, with over 170 experience. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and regulated by Ofqual.

This course would be important for job roles such as:

    • Social Work Assistant (£12,500 to £25,000)
    • Mental Health Nurse (£25,654 to £45,838)
    • Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (£25,654 to £45,838)
Although this course would be useful for the above job roles, this course would be relevant across a range of sectors and roles. This is an introductory level qualification that allows people to broaden their knowledge of mental health.

Eligibility Criteria

There is Government Funding available for this course as part of the 'Adult Skills Fund'

You must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:

  • You must currently live in England    
  • You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study    
  • You must be over the age of 19   
  • You must not be on an apprenticeship

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If you enrol onto this course but fail to complete, please be aware there is a £125 administration charge. 

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Purchase this course with flexible payment options available. 

£245.00

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1 in 4 people experience mental health problems each year
10% of children have a diagnosable mental health problem.
3.5% of the population are affected by agoraphobia.
24mil people worldwide are affected by schizophrenia.

Studying made simple!

We don't like to make things more complicated than they need to be... Our courses are designed to be flexible around your work and family life. 

Step 1

Submit your enrolment form

You'll get instant access to the platform where you'll need to complete a short induction and some maths and English initial assessments, before beginning your course.

Don't worry! We know some people find Maths and English daunting - there's no exams and it allows us to offer you any additional support! 

Step 2

We'll start processing your funding application

A tutor will be assigned to support you through your course, they can be contacted via phone, text or email

Our enrolments team may be in touch if they need more information about your funding application.

Step 3

You'll receive text reminders when your work is due

Your work will be marked by your Tutor and returned to you within 7 days.

Step 4

Submit your work

Once you've finished your course, we'll apply for your certificate. This will be posted to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.

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If you'd like to enrol, we'd love to welcome you on a course with us! 

Need support enrolling? 

If you'd like support with your enrolment, or want to make sure this is the right course for you, fill out your details below and a member of the team will be in touch.