Mental Health Education

Mental Health Awareness (Award)

When does this start and end?

We have 2 different start dates for this course:

16 March 2023 - 24 March 2023
8 June 2023 - 16 June 2023

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required to study this course. A willingness to learn is essential.

How much does this cost?

FREE*

* This course is fully funded for eligible students.

If you are not eligible, the cost of the course is £75.00. If you choose to stay residentially, and you are not eligible via the residential funding assessment, there will be an additional fee to pay. The vast majority of students are eligible to study and stay residentially for free and we will confirm when you apply.

Level 1

This is equivalent to GCSE Grades 3-1 / D-G or O Level grades D-G

Found out about Progression

Course description

This course will raise awareness of the issues surrounding mental health such as: what is mental health and what causes mental health difficulties? The course will dispel some of the myths and misconceptions linked to mental health issues and will enable you to develop a knowledge of the rights of those with mental health issues and where appropriate support can be accessed.

What can this course lead to?

This course would enable you to progress onto other Level 2 courses in this area.

Course session dates

Session dates for 16 March 2023 - 24 March 2023

Thursday 16 Mar 2023 to Friday 17 Mar 2023
Thursday 23 Mar 2023 to Friday 24 Mar 2023

Session dates for 8 June 2023 - 16 June 2023

Thursday 08 Jun 2023 to Friday 09 Jun 2023
Thursday 15 Jun 2023 to Friday 16 Jun 2023

Level 1

This is equivalent to GCSE Grades 3-1 / D-G or O Level grades D-G

Found out about Progression

1 in 4 people in the UK are living with a mental ill health conditions. Studies have shown that taking part in education helps people to increase their confidence, social participation and sense of achievement. Studying at with us provides a safe space to explore mental health and wellbeing, raising positive awareness. As well as being supported by tutors with a wealth of knowledge and experience around the subject you will also be able to connect to other like minded students.

Zoe Graham Tutor - Society, Health and Development

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Northern College did and still is changing my life; it changes people too. It opens your mind to your dreams, and makes them a reality.

I was made to feel that I did matter and that I was worthy. I was encouraged and supported when I thought I couldn't do it. Despite all the failures I had previously had at other places, I did it at Northern College because I was supported by people who believed in me.

Awesome tutors and a very friendly place. I wish I was still there.