Mental Health Awareness Digital skills
Course Summary
Course Code: NO5A01FC25
Start Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025
Start Time and Lesson Duration: 09:30 for 3.00 hours
Duration: 3 lessons over 3 week(s)
Location: ACL Harlow & The Library
Fee: Free Help
Description
Designed for adults seeking to enhance their understanding of digital mental health. Learners will explore the impact of digital technology on mental well-being, including the benefits and potential risks. Key topics include recognising signs of digital addiction, managing screen time, and utilizing digital tools for mental health support. Through interactive sessions, case studies, and practical exercises, learners will gain valuable insights and strategies to promote a balanced digital lifestyle and support mental health in the digital age. Ideal for all adults.
Qualification Aim/Level
This course does not lead to a qualification and is for personal development or a step into further learning.
Who is this course for?
Ideal for those interested in enhancing their mental health awareness while developing digital skills, including educators, professionals, community leaders, and anyone looking to support mental well-being in the digital age.
What can I expect to Learn?
By the end of the course learners will have:
Gained a basic understanding of common mental health conditions and mental ill health
Explore the benefits and challenges with digital communication and the influence digital technology has on mental well-being.
Use digital tools for mental health support and advocacy.
Identify strategies for healthy digital habits, including managing screen time and online interactions.
How will I learn?
A range of teaching and learning activities including tutor presentations and group and individual discussion and activities with reference to online resources.
How will I know how well I am doing?
Tutor feedback, evaluation activities and self-reflection will enable you to understand your progress. Assessment will be on-going throughout the course linked to an individual learning plan to be regularly updated with learner and tutor feedback.
Will I need to do extra work at home?
Yes you will be encouraged to reflect on your learning each week to develop skills. Learning resources and internet links to further information supports learning between sessions.
What will I need to provide?
A notepad and pen for notetaking. You will need access to a pc/laptop or digital tablet in order to undertake further practice and research on this subject.
Are there any other costs?
There are no further costs.
What can I do next?
Your tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in further health and wellbeing topics. For information on ACL courses please see https://aclessex.com/mental-wellbeing/.
The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers. To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareers.service.direct.gov.uk
Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635
Location
ACL Harlow & The Library
The High
Cross Street
Harlow
Essex CM20 1HA