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Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems (EQUAL)

Marketing Title
07/09/2026
Format
18/12/2026
Format
Level 2
Part-Time
BHSL2008 (2026/2027A)
Online Provision
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Course Information

Course Information
This programme is designed for any learner that wants to raise their awareness of mental health and the problems that can cause mental ill health.

These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progressing to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.
There are 13 units in the qualification:

Understanding mental health, stress, anxiety, phobias, depression, post-natal depression, eating disorders, bi-polar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, schizophrenia and dementia.

The purpose of the course is to highlight what is meant by mental health and mental ill-health, the impact on supporting mental health in the community and social impact this has along with the legal context of mental illness.

Learners will have a greater understanding of the range of mental health conditions, identify possible causes, a range of effects on both individuals, families and the wider community, explore types of behaviour along with managing the conditions. It is likely you may wish to study this alongside the Understand Working with People with Mental Health Needs course to put this learning into context if you are looking to work in this sector.
Learners will be given access to a comprehensive online learning platform which will provide them with detailed knowledge and information to support their successful completion of each unit.

Further self-directed research is encouraged to expand learner’s understanding of key topics.
Learners should be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English at Level 1 and above. Learners will also need a good level of IT skills and access to a computer, laptop or tablet device with access to the internet.  The setup of this course enables learners to study independently and flexibly at times convenient to them.
Clear deadlines will be provided for each unit to ensure the qualification is completed within the set time frame.
· Completion and progress on each unit is clearly identified on the learner’s online dashboard.
· Learners will receive regular written feedback throughout the course including opportunities for further development.
You will be completing work in relation to each unit, which a range of activities and questioning to allow you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding. You will complete this online using the online platform.

The Additional Learning Support Team work across college supporting students with a variety of learning needs in different ways. Support can be requested at enrolment or at any point throughout your course.
Following completion of this course the following progression option(s) are available:
• Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 2
• Certificate in Understanding Working with People with Mental Health Needs Level 2
• Certificate in Mental Health Level 3
• Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care Level 2
• Certificate in Understanding Common Health Conditions Level 2
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