Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace Level 2 Certificate
at City of Wolverhampton College · college
What the college says
If you to work with children and young people - or already have a role working with these age groups - this qualification will improve your knowledge and awareness of mental health. The qualification will look good on your CV when applying for jobs and will be valuable when working in a range of roles in the education or health and social care sectors.
What you need to get on
To access this course you are required to demonstrate that you are working at Level 1 in English and maths. Whilst a placement in a relevant setting is not a requirement of the course, you are advised to source a placement as part of your personal development and to prepare you to progress to a Level 2 qualification.
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?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Wellington Road Campus
Wellington Road, Wolverhampton, WV14 6BT
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Start dates
- 10 September 2026 · Wolverhampton
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