NCFE Level 2
Mental Health Course

This course will qualify you to help children with mental health problems. You don’t need any previous experience to join this NCFE accredited course, which is OFQUAL regulated and fully accredited. It’s easy to start today and learn from home.

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Course Overview – great courses fully recognised

RQF REGULATED QUALIFICATION No. 603/2813/7 – CLICK HERE TO VERIFY THIS COURSE

This course is the official government-regulated qualification to work in Mental Health, and it is simple to follow with friendly 1-1 tutor support. Our user-friendly approach allows for rapid course progression enabling you to complete your course as quickly as possible. We have a wealth of experience training students via online home study, and all our courses meet the highest standards.

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You’ll gain the knowledge needed to work with children with mental health problems, and once you’ve completed this course, you’ll be able to work as a government-qualified practitioner. This course is fully recognised & accepted.

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We take enrolments 365 days of the year – enrol today, and there’s no waiting to start. You will get full, instant access to your course with your own personal tutor, who will make sure you pass your course as quickly as possible – take the next step now!

  

 

This is a full government regulated qualification

We know it’s no easy task when deciding which course to enrol on. There are plenty of choices out there, so we’ve done our utmost to provide you with the best syllabus you will find anywhere. There is a huge demand for Mental Health workers around the country, and many thousands of applicants for these positions. To work in Mental Health, you must undergo training to ensure you are familiar with working with children with mental health concerns. This is the ideal course to start your new career in Mental Health for children and young people.

 

RQF REGULATED QUALIFICATION No. 603/2813/7

The latest 2024 RQF syllabus included

This course follows the latest guidelines, with up-to-date information. You don’t require a work placement to enrol on this course.

1
Understand children and young people’s mental health in context
RQF Unit Reference H/616/8100
Unit Level Level 2
Guided Learning 26 hours

In this unit, learners will understand the concept of mental health. An understanding of how society views mental health and how this has changed over time will also be investigated. Learners will also understand the legislation in place to support children and young people’s mental health.

2
Understand factors which may affect children and young people’s mental health
RQF Unit Reference K/616/8101
Unit Level Level 2
Guided Learning 29 hours

In this unit, learners will understand the risk factors that can affect children and young people’s mental health and how these can be mitigated. They will also investigate how developmental changes and puberty can impact children and young people.

3
Understand children and young people’s mental health concerns
RQF Unit Reference M/616/8102
Unit Level Level 2
Guided Learning 36 hours

In this unit, learners will understand behaviours displayed by children and young people which may indicate a mental health concern. They will also investigate common mental health conditions that affect children and young people.

4
Understand the impact of children and young people’s mental health concerns
RQF Unit Reference T/616/8103
Unit Level Level 2
Guided Learning 20 hours

In this unit, learners will investigate the impact of mental health concerns on children, young people and others. They will also understand the importance of diagnosis and the reasons why there may be a reluctance to seek a diagnosis.

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Understand how to support children and young people with mental health concerns
RQF Unit Reference A/616/8104
Unit Level Level 2
Guided Learning 24 hours

In this unit learners will understand the support available for children and young people’s mental health. They will investigate a person-centred approach, mental health promotion and the services and treatment available.

Course entry requirements

You don’t need any previous qualifications or school placement for this Level 2 course. You will be taught the full level 2 syllabus once you’re enrolled.

  • No formal qualifications are required.
  • No school placement is required.
  • You must be over 16 years of age.
  • Enrolments are open all year.

Course Delivery – instant access to your course

Receive immediate access to your course as soon as you enrol.

Home study course – enrol at anytime

This is a home study course meaning there’s no need to come to the college. There’s no mention of home study on your certificate, and as it’s a government-regulated qualification, you’re guaranteed your certificate is fully accepted and recognised by all schools.

Your Course Materials – paper or online study

You’ll be given instant online access to your course. You can also have your course delivered as paper handbooks if you prefer.

The enrolment fee includes your NCFE certificate, course materials and full tutor support.

A genuine government certificate from NCFE & OFQUAL

Study with us, and you will gain exactly the same government-accredited qualifications as a local college.

Upon course completion, you will receive a government-regulated NCFE Level 2 RQF certificate that’s fully recognised and accepted by all organisations. There’s no mention of distance learning or home study anywhere on your certificate, and we guarantee it’s the same qualification as all attendance-based colleges provide.

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

( RQF’s have now replaced the old NVQ & QCF qualifications )

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