Level 2 NCFE Certificate in Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health
This online certificate provides a comprehensive overview on how to support children and young people with mental health disorders. Perfect for aspiring health and care professionals, this course provides the essential knowledge, legislation and practical insight needed to support young people with mental health needs.
Course overview
The level 2 certificate in understanding Children and Young People’s mental health is an online course that aims to develop your knowledge of mental health problems commonly associated with young people. You will explore the impact of mental illness on children and young people while focusing on the available services, legislation and guidance surrounding diagnosis.
This course is hosted online.There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 1 qualification qualification in a similar subject.
Fees for this course only apply to adults who do not qualify for government funding. Every applicant will be assessed before enrolment on their funding availability. You can learn more about adult course funding by clicking here.
What you'll learn
- Refine your understanding of mental health
- Investigate the legislation and guidance that applies to young people’s mental health, parent responsibility, data protection and confidentiality
- Explore how society views mental health
- Develop your knowledge on risk factors that can affect mental well-being
- Learn about the potential effects of puberty and developmental changes on mental health
- Gain insight into the effects of abuse and bullying on mental health in young people
- Recognise behaviour that is associated with poor mental wellbeing
- Learn about specific mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety and how they manifest in young people
- Reflect on the impact on young people when they are diagnosed with mental health problems
Career Pathways
Those who successfully complete this certificate can progress onto a range of qualifications, including the level 3 certificate in understanding mental health or the level 3 diploma for the children and young people’s workforce. Students can also progress into the teaching and learning sector or find full time employment in entry-level roles, such as: a youth worker, teaching assistant or support worker.