Certificate in Understanding Mental Health Level 3
Description
The learner is considered to be an expert at this level; they will have prior knowledge and skills at Level 2 in the related subject area.The focus incorporates key knowledge and understanding such as mental health legislation, services, and public attitudes and how these have evolved. How to support mental well-being through various stages of life; mental ill health, treatment options available and the potential consequences of mental ill health and the skills required to work in a mental health service.
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What Qualification/level is this course?
The Level 3 Certificate in in Understanding Mental Health can be applied to different occupational areas. Learners will evaluate models and look at alternative frameworks for understanding mental distress. They will learn about legislation, available services and the general public’s attitude to mental health. Plus, how to support mental well-being through life stages and the treatment options that are available, along with the skills required to work in mental health services.
Who is the course for?
The Level 3 qualification, at this level is aimed at an expert in mental health. They will have prior knowledge and skills at Level 2 in the related subject area.
What can I expect to learn?
The qualification comprises of the following core mandatory units:
Understanding the context of mental health and wellbeing
Promotion of mental health and wellbeing
Mental health problems: associated issues and consequences
Understanding mental ill health Knowledge
Working in mental health.
How will I learn?
A self-directed online course where learners will carry out research and reflection for the subject area. Learners will be directed to online tools and reputable websites. Learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes of the units to achieve the qualification. The learner will be assigned a marking tutor, additionally they will have the opportunity to meet online for dedicated support sessions associated to the subject area.
How will I know how well I am doing?
Learners will have an assigned tutor who will communicate on the online platform and when needed telephone or Microsoft Teams.
Work will be regularly assessed and marked, and learners will be provided with encouraging developmental feedback.
Targets will be set at different stages of the course to enable learners to meet personal and course objectives.
Will I have to do any work at home?
We recommend at least 6 - 8 hours a week to complete research, reading and home study.
Typically, the course can be completed in 6 months.
What will I need to provide?
Learners will need to have access to a computer or device to enable them to visit the online platform to complete and submit work.
Telephone to enable tutor contact.
Pen/pad of paper for taking notes for example to use during one to one phone meetings.
Are there any other costs?
There are no other costs in addition to the course fee.
What can I do next?
Your dedicated tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. You can also make an appointment with an ACL Career and Skills progression advisors to discuss your next steps.
Further information:
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