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VTCT (ITEC) Level 1 award & level 2 certificate in mental health awareness (VRQ) course

TWO qualifications covered in this course:

  1. VTCT (ITEC) Level 1 award in mental health awareness (VRQ) course
  2. VTCT (ITEC) level 2 certificate in mental health awareness (VRQ) course

Ofqual / government regulated qualification

Exam board: VTCT (Vocational training & charitable trust)

VTCT (ITEC) Level 1 award & level 2 certificate in mental health awareness (VRQ) course

Description:

The VTCT (ITEC) Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness is a VRQ aimed at learners aged 14+ who are either in a full-time education programme, a part time programme at a college or with a private training provider, and wish to develop an understanding of a range of issues which may affect the mental health of people, how to identify common mental health conditions and offer support for people with mental health conditions.


The VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness is a VRQ aimed at learners aged 16+ who are either in a full-time education programme, a part time programme at a college or with a private training provider. The purpose of the qualification is to provide learners with an understanding of mental health and mental ill-health. Learners will develop knowledge of a range of mental health conditions, the issues surrounding mental health and the legal frameworks that impact on the quality of care provided.


These qualifications are completed through the exam board - The VTCT (Vocational training and charitable trust); and is Ofqual regulated.

Course information

Venue & course dates:

Scroll down the page for details of venue, course dates and to book the course


Pre-requisite / Entry level:

None


Course format:

online learning modules with assignments + 2 online exams (Can be completed remotely via recorded video call)


+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc) - optional


Course content:

  • Unit UMH1 - Understand mental health (Level 1)
  • Unit UMH2 - Understand mental health (Level 2)
  • Unit UMH3 - Understanding stress and anxiety
  • Unit UMH4 - Understanding depression
  • Unit UMH5 - Understanding postnatal depression
  • Unit UMH6 - Understanding eating disorders
  • Unit UMH7 - Understanding obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Unit UMH8 - Understanding phobias
  • Unit UMH9 - Understanding bipolar disorder
  • Unit UMH10 - Understanding dementia
  • Unit UMH11 - Understanding schizophrenia


Duration:

  • GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 126. (GLH incl’s. coursework, research/reading, revision, written exams)
  • Home study (Coursework): This is completed in your own time


Attendance:

Online learning + online exam (invigilated via live recorded video call, or in person at our Bideford, Devon centre)


+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc) - optional


Exam board:

VTCT - Vocational training & charitable trust & ITEC

(Ofqual / government regulated - www.vtct.org.uk)


Career potential:

Mental health coach - employed or self-employed, working in a salon or spa or as a home / mobile therapist.


How this could benefit your clients:

Support clients with mental health conditions, such as stress, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, post-natal depression, OCD, phobias


Qualifications gained:

VTCT (ITEC) Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness

&

VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness


Qualification reference:

VTCT codes: MH1A1 & MH2C1

Qulaification no: 603/6456/7 & 603/7105/5


10 CIMSPA CPD points awarded to the Level 2 qualification.


Insurance:

Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)

Check out our Insurance page, if you are looking for insurance.

Choose a pricing plan

VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness (VRQ) Course - (INTRO PRICE)

£297
Online learning plus a scheduled online exam which is conducted via recorded video link and invigilated under exam conditions.

Exam can also be taken in person at our Bideford, Devon centre

EXAM DATES, ONCE CONFIRMED, CANNOT BE CHANGED TO ANY OTHER DATE

PLEASE GET IN TOUCH TO ARRANGE AN EXAM DATE

NO REFUNDS ARE GIVEN ONCE YOU HAVE BOOKED

YOU HAVE 6 MONTHS TO COMPLETE THE COURSE

VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness (VRQ) Course - (INTRO PRICE) - pay in 3 months

£99
per month for 3 months
Online learning plus a scheduled online exam which is conducted via recorded video link and invigilated under exam conditions.

Exam can also be taken in person at our Bideford, Devon centre

EXAM DATES, ONCE CONFIRMED, CANNOT BE CHANGED TO ANY OTHER DATE

PLEASE GET IN TOUCH TO ARRANGE AN EXAM DATE

NO REFUNDS ARE GIVEN ONCE YOU HAVE BOOKED

YOU HAVE 6 MONTHS TO COMPLETE THE COURSE

VTCT L2 mental health awareness ONLINE COURSE - (Pay in full) - normal price

£377
Online learning plus a scheduled online exam which is conducted via recorded video link and invigilated under exam conditions.

Exam can also be taken in person at our Bideford, Devon centre

EXAM DATES, ONCE CONFIRMED, CANNOT BE CHANGED TO ANY OTHER DATE

PLEASE GET IN TOUCH TO ARRANGE AN EXAM DATE

NO REFUNDS ARE GIVEN ONCE YOU HAVE BOOKED

YOU HAVE 6 MONTHS TO COMPLETE THE COURSE

Course curriculum