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The mental health crisis is becoming increasingly prevalent in the UK, with 1 in 4 adults experiencing a mental health problem every year. The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health is designed to provide a greater awareness of mental health issues and the importance of mental well-being. Learners will build a knowledge base that can be used in a variety of occupational roles, gaining an understanding of the skills needed to work in mental health services, the importance of addressing mental health problems, and how legislation and publicity are changing attitudes towards those seeking treatment.

Course Content

  • Understanding the context of mental health and well-being
  • Promotion of mental health and well-being
  • Mental health problems, associated issues and consequences
  • Understanding mental ill health
  • Working in mental health

Additional information

This is a distance learning course. Upon successful enrolment, you will be provided with access to all your online learning resources to complete the course and will also be allocated an assessor who will provide you with 1:1 online support.

Course Length: Up to 3 months

If you are aged 19 + and looking to undertake additional study, your course could be fully funded by the government if you meet any of the following criteria:

  • If you are aged 19 – 23 and do not already hold a Level 3 qualification
  • If you are unemployed and in receipt of benefits,
  • If you are earning less than £25,000.00 annual gross salary

and

  • Meet the standard residency criteria for funding

Learners who already hold a full Level 3 qualification and wish to complete this course can do so for a fee of £811 or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

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