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Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness (Online)

NSCG Newcastle College

Knutton Lane, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2GB

Course Provider Certificate

Level 1

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026

NSCG Newcastle College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

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Course Summary

Gain essential knowledge and understanding of mental health issues. Explore topics such as common mental health conditions, stigma, and the importance of self-care. Learn about strategies for promoting mental well-being and supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges.

Course Details

Mental health is one of the most pressing issues of our time. With this course, you can develop the skills you need to help those affected by it. This Mental Health Awareness Course is ideal for anyone who wants to develop their knowledge and understanding of mental health principles, and learn useful skills that will benefit their career progression

How will it be delivered and assessed?

This course will require the learner to commit to self study hours in order to complete the assessments. To achieve the Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness, learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria of the mandatory unit. Assessments must be completed in the agreed timescale and submitted to the assessor who will then provide feedback, advice and guidance, and, additional support where needed.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however you should have a good level of reading and writing skills.

Your next steps...

You could progress onto the Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems.

Additional information

https://nscg.ac.uk/study/course-departments/level-1-award-in-mental-health-awareness

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