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

Key Facts
  • Starts All year round
  • Course Type Distance Learning
  • Duration 12 Weeks
  • You Need 3 Requirements needed View

Introduction

This course will provide learners with knowledge and awareness of children and young people’s mental health. They will gain an understanding of factors which may affect mental health including personal background or health conditions. They will also learn how to support children and young people with mental health issues, and how these issues can impact people’s lives.

What will I learn

This qualification covers: Understand Children and Young People’s Mental Health in Context. Understand Factors which may Affect Children and Young People’s Mental Health. Understand Children and Young People’s Mental Health Concerns. Understand the Impact of Children and Young People’s Mental Health Concerns. Understand how to Support Children and Young People with Mental Health Concerns.

How will I learn

Module text books are provided with all learning materials included for your directed study.

What's next

Upon completion of the course, students can apply for other distance learning programmes, use as APL for QCF qualifications where appropriate and use their newly acquired knowledge in practice. You can also apply for a Level 3 distance learning course in mental health.

Additional Information

You will need a willingness to assist and support children and young people with mental health problems, and an interest in the reasons behind the development of their issues. To apply for any of these courses or for any further enquiries, please email distancelearning@stockton.ac.uk.

You can study in the comfort of your own home
You can gain an accredited Level 2 qualification
All Level 2 courses are completely free; there is only a charge if you do not complete the course on time or if you withdraw
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