Who is this course suitable for?

This qualification is suitable for anyone looking to increase their knowledge of children and young people’s mental health. This course will increase your knowledge and awareness relating to children and young people’s mental health.

What will this course cost?

If you earn less than £25,000 per year or are on state benefits, live within the Lancashire area, and are aged 19+ you will be entitled to full funding to complete this course for free

If you are self-funding for this course it will cost:

• Classroom delivery £300

What will I learn?

This course covers the following units:

• Understand the principles of mental health concerns in the context of children and young people
• Legislation and best practice relating to children and young people’s mental health
• Living with childhood mental health conditions
• Understand how to minimise the risk of mental health concerns in children and young people
• Understand the causes and diagnoses of mental health concerns in children and young people.

Do I need prior experience?

No, this is a knowledge-based course, where you will work towards completing the course workbook to show your knowledge and competence.

What can I do after this course?

You could apply for roles within the health, education, and social care sectors, or progress onto Level 3 counselling or psychology courses.