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Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid & Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace L2

at Boston College, Boston · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate120 hours

What the college says

Most people with experience some sort of mental health problem at some point in their lifetime, with millions of working days lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety each year. Employers need to be open about mental health issues. The aim of this qualification is to increase your understanding of mental health problems and how to support people within the workplace to build a culture of care and support. Your studies will include topics such as: Exploring mental health, Understand how to support individuals with mental ill health, Understand a mentally healthy environment, This qualification is a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification and demonstrates your competency to employers. It can be used to update and continue your professional development, (CPD). It is also suitable for anyone with a personal interest in this topic.

What you need to get on

You will need to be aged be 19+ as at 31st August prior to the start of the current academic year. You will also need to have at least a Level 1 qualification in English/Literacy or equivalent. To assist in completion of this qualification, it may help to be working in, or have access to, the chosen sector. If you already have a higher-level qualification in this specialism, it may impact on your eligibility.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Boston College

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