Mental Health

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About the course

Course starting dates February 10th
Course length This is a three-week course
Lesson times Your daily Zoom session, with our experienced and dynamic tutor, runs from 9:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Qualification NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
Course location Online

Mental health is a critical aspect of overall well-being, yet it remains misunderstood and often stigmatised. This course provides a deep dive into mental health, exploring key topics such as mental health legislation, public attitudes, conditions, treatments, and support strategies.

Designed for anyone passionate about making a difference—whether you’re considering a career in health and social care or seeking to enhance your personal understanding—this qualification equips you with the skills and knowledge to support individuals and communities effectively. With a focus on resilience, recovery models, and reflective practice, you’ll develop both confidence and competence in addressing mental health challenges.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • Understand and explain the key principles of mental health legislation and its impact on service delivery.
  • Analyse societal attitudes toward mental health and how they have evolved over time.
  • Identify factors that influence mental health across different life stages and develop strategies to promote well-being.
  • Create person-centred care plans using the recovery model to support individuals effectively.
  • Develop and reflect on the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for working in mental health services.
  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of professionals and how partnership working improves outcomes.
  • Support individuals affected by suicide, self-harm, or dual diagnosis with compassion and professionalism.
  • Apply reflective practice to enhance personal and professional growth in mental health care.

Course Content

U1
This unit explores mental health legislation, its evolution, and how it shapes service provision today. Learners will analyse public attitudes toward mental health, media influence, and cultural perceptions. It also examines current mental health services and professional practices, offering insights into how past approaches impact modern care delivery.
U2
Learners will investigate how mental health and well-being are influenced throughout life stages, from childhood to older adulthood. The unit includes analysis of national strategies, public health campaigns, and techniques to promote resilience and coping skills. By understanding these factors, learners can effectively support individuals in achieving positive mental health outcomes.
U3
This unit addresses the societal and personal impact of mental health problems, including links to substance misuse, offending behavior, and self-harm. Learners will examine the ripple effects on families and communities, understand risk factors for suicide, and explore strategies for providing non-judgmental, effective support to those affected.
U4
Focusing on various mental health conditions, this unit covers causes, risk factors, and symptoms. Learners will study treatments, including therapies, medication, and care planning within the recovery model. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and person-centered approaches in supporting individuals toward recovery and managing associated risks.
U5
This unit develops the skills, knowledge, and attitudes essential for working in mental health services. Topics include professional responsibilities, safeguarding, confidentiality, and reflective practice. Learners will also explore the roles of various professionals in mental health services and how effective partnership working enhances support outcomes for individuals. Let me know if you’d like any additional details!

Next Steps

Simply complete the short form on the right. You'll then immediately be able to complete your Fast-Track online registration.

This registration process will confirm your eligibility to have your qualification 100% government funded.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our Home Learning courses take place from the comfort of your home! You'll join a virtual classroom on Zoom.
You will need a Laptop/Home PC with internet access. You cannot participate using a phone.
All our courses are free for those who are unemployed, subject to eligibility.
No, you don’t need to attend our training center for any of our online courses.
Yes, anyone who is employed or unemployed can enroll on any of our courses, subject to eligibility.
You can enroll on one course at a time, but you can do as many as you like to achieve your career goals. We are happy to give you information, advice and guidance on any courses you wish to complete.
Of course. All our courses are accredited courses and you will receive a nationally recognised certification on achievement. You will receive a digital version of your certificate, inline with our commitment to sustainability.
The Awarding Bodies takes between 8 -12 weeks to process certificates. For all queries regarding certification please email us on certification@strivetraining.co.uk. When contacting us please include the following information: • Full Name • Title of the qualification • Contact details and address.
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Free or £469 if ineligible for gov. funding

Mental Health

Next course starting:

Monday, February 10th

Free or £469 if ineligible for gov. funding
A three-week online course
Nationally accredited qualification
Level 3
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Engaging digital learning
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