NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems
601/3438/0
This qualification is suitable for anyone who wants to develop their knowledge and awareness of mental health and the problems that can cause mental ill-health.
160 TQT • 160 GLH • Age 16+
About This Qualification
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems is designed for learners who want to increase their understanding of mental health and the different conditions that can affect mental wellbeing.
The qualification explores mental health and mental ill-health alongside a broad range of specific conditions, helping learners understand their characteristics, possible causes, effects and approaches to support.
The qualification contains 13 mandatory units and is knowledge based, so learners do not need to be working or completing a practical placement in order to undertake it.
Qualification at a Glance
Awarding organisation
NCFE CACHE
Qualification number
601/3438/0
Level
Level 2
Total Qualification Time
160 Hours
Guided Learning Hours
160 Hours
Minimum Age
16+
How You’ll Study
You will study primarily through Magpie Training’s Moodle e-learning platform. Moodle gives you access to learning resources, assessment activities, feedback and assessor support.
In addition, you can work through the qualification around your employment and other commitments. Learners who prefer a traditional approach can also complete a paper-based portfolio.
How You’ll Be Assessed
You will build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your understanding of the qualification content. For example, evidence may include written assignments, structured tasks and questions and answers.
Your Magpie Training assessor will provide guidance and feedback throughout the programme. Once you have produced sufficient valid evidence, your assessor will confirm that you have met the qualification requirements.
No Workplace Placement Required
This is a knowledge-based qualification, so you do not need to be employed in a care setting or complete workplace observations in order to achieve it. This makes it suitable for both people already working within health, social care or education and those looking to develop their knowledge before progressing into relevant employment or further study.
Studying from anywhere in the UK?
You do not need to be based near Magpie Training. Our regulated qualifications can be supported nationally through Moodle, regular assessor contact and planned workplace evidence.
Who Is This Qualification For?
This qualification is suitable for anyone who wants to develop their knowledge and awareness of mental health and the problems that can cause mental ill-health.
It is particularly relevant to people working, or intending to work, within health and social care and other roles where they may support or interact with individuals experiencing mental health problems.
There are no specific prior learning requirements, although previous study at Level 1 in areas such as health care, social care, childcare or supporting learning may be helpful.
Progression
Successful completion can support progression to further study within mental health and adult social care.
NCFE identifies progression routes including the Level 2 and Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care, Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health, Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills and Theory, and Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills.
Ready to Start Your Qualification?
Build your knowledge of mental health and a wide range of mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, dementia, eating disorders, ADHD, OCD and PTSD.
The qualification can also support progression within employment by strengthening knowledge, confidence and evidence of occupational competence.