Level 2 Certificate Understanding Children And Young People's Mental Health

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Course Overview

Level: 2
Duration: 12-16 weeks
Awarding organisation: NCFE

Code: KDG1261

Many children experience mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, and conduct disorder, which can be directly linked to their life experiences.

The emotional health of a child is as important as their mental health, so it's crucial for those working with children and teens to have a solid understanding of mental health concepts, risk factors, and impacts.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry criteria, however it is advisable that learners already have a Level 2 or equivalent qualification (Five or more GCSE/O levels grade A*-C, one A level, two or three AS levels, NVQ Level 2).

Distance Learning programmes are Fully Funded for eligible adults via the Adult Education Budget.

Key Information

A short, accredited Distance Learning Qualification completed within 12- 16 weeks. Self-Study Knowledge Based Qualification with the support of a subject specialist trainer. Choice of Paper and Online Resources and Assessments Method subject to availability. The sooner you complete one course the sooner you can move onto another. Ideal for continued professional development in your area of expertise, to gain prior knowledge for future employment or for your own personal interest in the subject.

Experience in the workplace is not essential as this is a knowledge-only qualification.

Programme Content

Unit 1 - Understand Children and Young People’s Mental Health in Context

Unit 2 - Understand Factors which may Affect Children and Young People’s Mental Health

Unit 3 - Understand Children and Young People’s Mental Health Concerns

Unit 4 - Understand the Impact of Children and Young

Unit 5 - People’s Mental Health Concerns

Unit 6 - Understand how to Support Children and Young People with Mental Health Concerns

Progression opportunities

Learners may wish to progress onto another distance learning course in another subject for example in Adverse Childhood Experiences, Specific Learning Disabilities, Autism Awareness or Mental Health in Early Years.

Where can you work?

Ideal for those working with children and young people.

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