Build Essential Expertise in Mental Health and Wellbeing

Develop the essential knowledge and skills needed to understand, promote, and support mental health in a variety of professional and personal settings. This Level 3 qualification offers the breadth and depth of study required to start or advance a career in the dynamic health and social care sector.

• Overview

  The core objective of this qualification is to give you a comprehensive understanding of mental health concepts and their real-world application. You will cover:

  • Historical Context: Understand the evolution of mental health legislation, services, and public attitudes.
  • Promoting Wellbeing: Learn how to support mental wellbeing across different life stages.
  • Mental Ill Health: Explore various mental ill health conditions, available treatment options, and potential consequences.
  • The Sector: Gain insight into the skills required to work in a mental health service.

• Who is this course for?

  This course is ideal for anyone aged 19 or above who wants to develop in-depth, specialist knowledge of mental health and wellbeing to support career progression in the health and social care field.

• Entry Requirements

  There are no mandatory prior learning requirements. However, learners with a Level 2 mental health, healthcare, or social care qualification may find the content more accessible.

• Assessment Types

  This qualification is internally assessed. Your achievement will be demonstrated through successfully meeting all learning outcomes for each unit.

• Units/Modules

  To achieve the Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health, you must successfully complete 5 mandatory units:

  • Unit 01: Understanding the context of mental health and wellbeing
  • Unit 02: Promotion of mental health and wellbeing
  • Unit 03: Mental health problems: associated issues and consequences
  • Unit 04: Understanding mental ill health
  • Unit 05: Working in mental health

• Benefits/Skills

  Develop in-depth, specialist knowledge of mental health and wellbeing to support career progression in the health and social care field.

• Careers/Progression

  Access to Higher Education Diploma (Access to HE): While this Level 3 qualification is a great stepping stone, it can directly feed into an Access to HE course if you need a pathway to meet university entry requirements (especially if you lack traditional A-Levels).

  The qualification demonstrates to employers that you have a solid, professional knowledge base in mental health, making you a strong candidate for roles in health, social care, and other community-based services.

  Potential career roles include:

  • Mental Health Support Worker
  • Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in mental health settings
  • Wellbeing Coordinator
  • Community Outreach Worker
  • Support Worker (in areas like supported living or community mental health teams)
  • Peer Support Worker
  • Youth Support Worker (with a focus on mental wellbeing)

• Did you know?

  75% of all mental health problems are established by the age of 24.

  That's why specialized Mental Health Support Workers are in high demand across youth services, schools, and community care.