Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health (TQUK)

Introduction

Are you looking to expand your understanding of children’s mental health? Online courses like this one offer the flexibility to learn at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home. This qualification is designed to provide you with a deeper understanding of mental health conditions affecting children and young people, the relevant legislation and guidance, risk factors influencing mental well-being, and the impact that mental health challenges can have on young people and those around them.

Learners will have access to tutor support throughout their course

During your time with the Dumfries & Galloway College, support is always available whenever you need it. Each learner is paired with a dedicated personal tutor who will grade all assignments and provide comprehensive feedback for every submission.

Course code

OUCM

Location

Varies

Duration

106 guided learning hours
On average, learners take 8 – 12 weeks to complete

Entry Requirements

Suitable for those learners aged 19 or above and have a good level of communication skills.

When applying for this course you will be asked to supply a copy of your ID, which can be either a passport, driving licence, birth certificate or national identity card

You can only study one course at a time.

Course Content

This course is split into 5 manageable units:

Unit 1: Understand children and young people’s mental health in context

In this unit, you will learn about the concept of mental health and how society’s view of mental health has changed over time. You will also learn about the legislation in place to support children and young people’s mental health.

Unit 2: Understand factors which may affect children and young people’s mental health

This unit will cover the risk factors that can affect children and young people’s mental health and how these can be mitigated. You will also look at how developmental changes and puberty can impact children and young people.

Unit 3: Understand children and young people’s mental health concerns

This unit will look at the behaviours displayed by children and young people that may indicate a mental health concern. You will look in more detail at common mental health conditions that affect children and young people.

Unit 4: Understand the impact of children and young people’s mental health concerns

In this unit, you will investigate the impact of mental health concerns on children, young people and others. You will look at the importance of diagnosis and the reasons why there may be a reluctance to seek a diagnosis.

Unit 5: Understand how to support children and young people with mental health concerns

In this fifth and final unit, you will explore person-centred approaches to supporting children and young people with mental health concerns, how to promote mental well-being in children and young people, and the services and treatment involved with children and young people’s mental health.

Assessments

This course requires the completion and passing of five tutor marked online unit assessments. Learners are allocated a course tutor who will mark assessments and are able to offer support through the online learning platform.

Additional funding information

This course is fully funded for Scottish residents for a limited time

Course Contact Details

openlearning@dumgal.ac.uk
01387 734233

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