Introduction to the Qualification
Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems is regulated by Ofqual.
Qualification Purpose
The qualification develops learners’ knowledge and understanding of a range of mental health issues, including general mental health, stress, anxiety, depression, phobias, dementia and other conditions which may significantly affect the mental health of a person. Learners will be given a thorough grounding in what is meant by mental health terminology, possible causes and triggers of each condition, how each condition can affect the lives of the people living with them, and how conditions may be managed. This qualification is designed to develop knowledge and skills in this subject area.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of level one in literacy and numeracy or equivalent. The qualification is suitable for learners of 16 years of age and above.
Progression
Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as
- TQUK Level 2 Diploma in Care
- TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
- Level 2 or 3 Certificate for Working in the Health Sector Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support
- Level 2 or 3 Diplomas in Healthcare Support Services Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Structure
Structure
Learners must achieve sixteen credits from thirteen mandatory units
Mandatroy Units
| Title | Unit Ref. | Level | Guided Learning Hours | Credit Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Understanding mental health | M/616/8939 | 2 | 40 | 4 |
| Understanding stress | M/616/8942 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding anxiety | T/616/8943 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding phobias | A/616/8944 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding depression | F/616/8945 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding postnatal depression | J/616/8946 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding bipolar disorder | Y/616/8949 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding schizophrenia | L/616/8950 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding dementia | R/616/8951 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding eating disorders | Y/616/8952 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) | D/616/8953 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) | H/616/8954 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) | K/616/8955 | 2 | 10 | 1 |