NCFE L2 Certificate in Understanding Children And Young Peoples Mental Health
Understanding Children and young People’s Mental Health is split into 5 manageable units:
Unit 1: Understand children and young people’s mental health in context
Unit 2: Understand factors which may affect children and young people’s mental health
Unit 3: Understand children and young people’s mental health concerns
Unit 4: Understand the impact of children and young people’s mental health concerns
Unit 5: Understand how to support children and young people with mental health concerns
One in ten children have a diagnosable mental health condition, and 75% of mental health problems have begun by the age of 24. Mental ill health can affect a young person in every area of their life, including family, school, friendships, the workplace and the wider world.Mental ill health can be worsened by negative stereotypes and stigma from the media who portray mental illness as shameful and dangerous.
This course will equip learners with a detailed understanding of mental health conditions including depression and anxiety, the legislation and guidance surrounding mental health, risk factors that may affect mental well-being and how to build resilience against these, and the impact mental health concerns may have on young people and others.
This course is ideal for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of children and young people’s mental health. This qualification supports progression onto further mental health qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care or education sector.
Minimum Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
Distance Learning enables the learner to study remotely at a time and place that suits them.The learning materials will be provided and each learner will receive professional support and guidance throughout their course.Available Completion Methods: Paper Resources/Paper Assessment, Online Resources/Online Assessment
