You will gain an understanding of mental health, mental illness and the surrounding issues. You will be encouraged to develop awareness of the more popular diagnosed mental health issues and explore common perceptions of mental health difficulties and how stereotyping can affect people’s perceptions.

Assessment Method

Accredited/RARPA statement

RARPA stands for Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement which is the process of assessment for non-accredited learning. It is a means of validating the outcomes of programmes which do not result in qualifications. RARPA is a five stage process which measures and records learners’ progress, achievements and attendance.

Where can it lead?

NCFE level 1 Mental Health Awareness

This course could lead to working in a variety of settings within the public, private, voluntary and community sector such as:

counselling
psychology
community work
social work