Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Mental Health Worker

Course Overview

This qualification is designed to provide individuals with essential knowledge and understanding of how to effectively support and work with people who have mental health needs. It explores the nature of mental health conditions, the challenges individuals may face, and the importance of promoting dignity, respect, and person-centred care. Learners will gain insights into best practices, communication strategies, and the role of mental health services, helping them to contribute positively in both professional and community settings.

Who is suitable?

This course has been developed to support professionals working in the mental health sector, aiming to deepen their understanding and enhance their ability to support individuals with mental health needs effectively.

What you will learn

This course is split into five manageable units:

• Unit 1: Mental health and mental health issues
• Unit 2: Principles of the mental health care worker
• Unit 3: Approaches to care and management in mental health
• Unit 4: Understand duty of care in adult health and social care
• Unit 5: Understanding change and support in relation to mental health

Learning method

Studying via Remote E-Learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure that you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal tutor.

This course is available: Fully online

This fully online course is made available on The Skills Network’s online learning platform, EQUAL. Online learning with a difference. EQUAL features:

• Exciting and engaging content
• Interactivity – featuring videos and games to enhance learning
• Access to an online portfolio where learning and feedback can be accessed at any time

Benefits

• Improve your understanding of the role of a mental health worker
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Improve your skills to help create a long-standing career pathway in your chosen industry
• Courses are delivered via Remote E-Learning, allowing you to choose when and where to study

If you would like more information, please call Georgia Whitfield on 0151 257 2175 or email: remote-e-learning@riversidecollege.ac.uk