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Children & Young People's Mental Health
Gain a detailed understanding of mental health conditions so you can offer appropriate support when a young person needs someone to turn too.
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Funded by the UK Government via the Education and Skills Funding Agency. Accredited by TQUK.
About Children & Young People's Mental Health
Children across the nation are suffering from the likes of bullying, self-harm, sleeping problems and suicidal feelings, to name a few.
From parents to teachers, we all can help give these children a happier and healthier future. We firmly believe that with education, information and accredited qualifications, we can make a difference.
1 in 6 children aged 5-16 are likely to have a mental health problem
LEARN
Learn the risk factors that can affect children and young people’s mental health and how these can be mitigated.
DEVELOP
Develop an understanding of the importance of diagnosis and the reasons why there may be a reluctance to seek a diagnosis.
SUPPORT
Understand the support available and explore a person-centred approach, and the services and treatment available.
Why it's free
If you meet the eligibility criteria the course is available at no cost whatsoever.
We connect you with training providers that use the UK Government’s Adult Education Budget to fund the free online courses.
Eligibility criteria
- Aged 19 or over as of 31/8/21
- Living in England
- Have lived in the UK/EU/EEA for at least 3 years*
- Not completed any part of the course before
*EEA nationals will need to have obtained either pre settlement or settled status and provide evidence of this.
Accredited TQUK certificate
Training Qualifications UK is a national awarding organisation that designs, develops and certifies nationally recognised qualifications and awards.
All qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and are the perfect way to boost any CV.
Benefits
- Free online course - usually £299
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Online learning - choose when and where you study
- Personal skills and professional development
- Expert Tutors assigned to ensure you have support
- Learn, develop, and support others
Manageable units
Successfully complete all units to be awarded the level 2 certificate
Children & Young People's Mental Health units:
Children and young people’s mental health in context
In this unit you will understand the concept of mental health. An understanding of how society views mental health and how this has changed over time will also be investigated.
You will also understand the legislation in place to support children and young people’s mental health.
Factors which may affect children and young people’s mental health
In this unit, you will understand the risk factors that can affect children and young people’s mental health and how these can be mitigated.
You will also investigate how developmental changes and puberty can impact children and young people.
Children and young people’s mental health concerns
In this unit you will understand behaviours displayed by children and young people that may indicate a mental health concern.
You will also investigate common mental health conditions that affect children and young people.
The impact of children and young people’s mental health concerns
In this unit you will investigate the impact of mental health concerns on children, young people and others.
You will also understand the importance of diagnosis and the reasons why there may be a reluctance to seek a diagnosis.
How to support children and young people with mental health concerns
In this unit, you will understand the support available for children and young people’s mental health.
You will investigate a person-centred approach, mental health promotion, and the services and treatment available.
3 simple steps to enrolment
Step 1
Create an account with us via the short form below
On submission, you will be directed to your secure application form…
Step 2
Complete your funded course application form
Select ‘Continue without an account’ to start your application.
On submission, you will be taken to your Skills Network user area…
Select ‘Step 2 Initial Assessment’
Step 3
Complete your brief initial assessment
On completion, you will receive an email asking you to accept your funded place.
Once you have accepted your place, you will be enrolled in your course.
- Please note: The West Midlands, Manchester, Liverpool, North of Tyne, Bristol and Bath are not funded via online enrolment.
If you live in any of the above areas please message us on Live Chat
Step 1 - Create an account
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Is the course definitely free?
If you meet the eligibility criteria then YES!
We connect you with learning providers that use government funding, in the form of the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and the Adult Educational Budget (AEB).
When can I start the free online course?
We hope to get you started within 24 hours of completing the full enrolment process but this can vary depending on the learning provider.
How long will the free online course take?
The courses are designed to allow learners to fit their learning around their employment obligations and can be completed in a number of weeks or months, depending on the level. Our shorter courses are often completed within 3 weeks, whilst our longer lasting courses can take up to 3 months.
Is it all online?
Yes! All of our free courses are 100% online.
Is the qualification recognised by employers?
All of our courses are accredited by UK government-recognised awarding bodies. These include NCFE CACHE and TQUK, with whom we work closely to ensure our existing courses, and all new ones, meet approved standards of excellence and are certified as such. NCFE CACHE and TQUK are national awarding organisations that design, develops and certifies nationally recognised qualifications and awards.
All qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and are the perfect way to boost any CV.
How many free online courses can I take?
You can only take one course at a time but you can take up to 7 in one academic year.
Do I need to sit an Exam?
No, there are no exams, all courses require you to complete assessment questions based on the knowledge you have just gained from the units.
Why am I required to upload such personal information?
The courses we offer are all funded qualifications, meaning you need to be eligible for government funding in order to secure your a place. This information is a funding requirement and proves your eligibility.
People from all over England are taking free mental health courses online
A smooth, trouble free experience to enrol and further your skills and knowledge on mental health courses. Rob was highly courteous in dealing with my enrolment, top lad! Thanks again guys!
Sean Hart
Mental Health First Aid Learner
Saw an Ad on Facebook in which I thought was too good to be true. When I see “Free” I always think there is a catch. There is not! Enrolment process is so easy and I spoke to a lovely lady named Tasha who was extremely helpful and answered any questions I had regarding the enrolment process!
Kellie Elliot
Counselling Skills Learner
I have just completed the free Children and Young People's Mental Health course. I have been really impressed with the course content, and have enjoyed doing it. Would highly recommend It. Thanks to all concerned for providing it.
Jackie Parsons
Children and Young People's Mental Health Learner
I just started the course for Equality and Diversity and it is very interested and all the content is very clear and very dynamic with the exercises. I'm very happy with it and probably I will do another one after this. Claire, the Tutor, was very friendly and supportive.
Begona Bermudez
Equality and Diversity Learner
Spoke to Jo this afternoon regarding the mental health problems course. Jo was thorough, professional and excellent to talk to. She also followed up the call and responded to email in a very timely fashion. She is a real asset to this organisation.
Richard Lane
Mental Health Problems Learner
As I have a lot of spare time and given the current pandemic crisis and the national suicide and mental health rate going up I feel I would benefit from this to help other people. I would definitely recommend this course
Georgie Pixie Slator
Mental Health Problems Learner
During lockdown I used my time to upskill and expand my knowledge. I recommend Mental Health First Aid. Attaining a nationally recognised certificate will help me reach my career goals. It has also given me skills and understanding to offer support to people close to me.
Jo Harris
Mental Health First Aid Learner
So glad to of found this opportunity to of signed up to the free course for Mental Health Problems. I enrolled on my course with Daniel, she is a very nice lady and has been very supportive and answered all my questions that i had.Thanks again for your continued support.
Valando Kyriacou
Mental Health Problems Learner
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