Mental Health Education

Supporting Children and Young Peoples Mental Health

Introduction - Non Regulated

What is Introduction?

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

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Introduction

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Find out about progression

Course description

This course will explore some the common mental health issues experienced by children and young people including anxiety and depression. It will help you develop an understanding of how to support children and young people with mental health concerns.

Course session dates

Tailored Learning Objective

Preparation for employment

When does this start and end?

16 June 2025 - 17 June 2025

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required to study this course. A willingness to learn is essential.

1 in 4 people in the UK are living with a mental ill health condition. Studies have shown that taking part in education helps people to increase their confidence, social participation and sense of achievement. Studying at Northern College provides a safe space to explore mental health and wellbeing, raising positive awareness. As well as being supported by tutors with a wealth of knowledge and experience around the subject you will also be able to connect to other like minded students.

Zoe Graham Tutor - Society, Health and Development

“I started with my English GCSE and just completed my Access to Higher Education course - I can't believe where Northern College has taken me.” - Fran
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The staff and tutors are amazing and can give you the confidence to achieve your goals. Cannot recommend this place enough.

Northern College did and still is changing my life; it changes people too. It opens your mind to your dreams, and makes them a reality.

I was made to feel that I did matter and that I was worthy. I was encouraged and supported when I thought I couldn't do it. Despite all the failures I had previously had at other places, I did it at Northern College because I was supported by people who believed in me.