Level 2 Mental Health Awareness

What is this course?

This introductory qualification builds learners' understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect it, for themselves and the people around them. Delegates explore what mental health means, common mental health conditions, and how stigma around these issues can be reduced by talking openly. The course also looks at how everyday life and work can affect wellbeing, and introduces simple, practical strategies for building personal resilience and recognising when someone else may be struggling. By the end of the course, delegates should feel more confident talking about mental health, noticing the signs that a colleague may need support, and knowing where to signpost people for further help. The course also provides a solid foundation for anyone wanting to progress onto higher-level qualifications, such as First Aid for Mental Health.

Quick Facts

  • Price: £150 + VAT per delegate
  • Duration: 5 hours, delivered as a 1-day session
  • Maximum delegates: 12
  • Certification: NOCN Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness certificate
  • Validity: 3 years
  • Mental health terminology and legislation
  • Maintaining your own mental health
  • Supporting others: recognising and responding to a mental health crisis

Equipment provided: course handouts/workbooks, and access to the online knowledge test via NOCN's Test Platform.

An externally set and externally assessed multiple-choice knowledge test, completed via NOCN's online Test Platform. Pass mark: 80%. There is no refresher training option — if certification lapses, the full course must be resat.

Suitable for anyone in the organisation who wants to build their understanding of mental health. A good general-awareness course for all employees, and particularly useful for line managers, supervisors, HR/people teams, and anyone likely to support colleagues day-to-day.

Course Content

  • Mental health terminology and legislation
  • Maintaining your own mental health
  • Supporting others: recognising and responding to a mental health crisis

Equipment provided: course handouts/workbooks, and access to the online knowledge test via NOCN's Test Platform.

Assessment

An externally set and externally assessed multiple-choice knowledge test, completed via NOCN's online Test Platform. Pass mark: 80%. There is no refresher training option — if certification lapses, the full course must be resat.

Suitable For

Suitable for anyone in the organisation who wants to build their understanding of mental health. A good general-awareness course for all employees, and particularly useful for line managers, supervisors, HR/people teams, and anyone likely to support colleagues day-to-day.

Entry Requirements
  • • No formal entry requirements
  • • Minimum age: 16
  • • A basic understanding of English
  • • No PPE required

Trainer Delivering This Course

Chris Sanders
Chris Sanders
Lead Trainer / Assessor
chris@ajstraining.co.uk
Chris brings 40 years of industry experience to AJ's Training, including 35 years in telecommunications and a background as a City & Guilds qualified electrician. A fully qualified Level 3 trainer and assessor, he delivers NRSWA, EUSR, health and safety and telecommunications training, and mentors AJ's newer trainers.
Stuart Pocock
Stuart Pocock
Apprenticeship Manager / Lead IQA / DLS
stuart@ajstraining.co.uk
With over 15 years across construction and highways, Stuart leads AJ's apprenticeship programmes, safeguards learner welfare as Designated Safeguarding Lead, and oversees assessment quality as Lead IQA. He teaches across vehicle restraint systems, fencing, plant, health and safety, street works and EUSR.

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FAQs

Is this course only for managers or supervisors?

No — while it's especially valuable for line managers, supervisors and HR/people teams, it's a good general-awareness course for anyone in the organisation.

Is there a minimum age to attend?

Yes, learners must be at least 16 years old.

How is the course assessed?

Through an externally marked multiple-choice knowledge test taken via NOCN's online Test Platform, with a pass mark of 80%.

What happens if I don't pass?

There's no refresher option — you'll need to resit the full course.

What's provided on the day?

Course handouts/workbooks, and access to the online knowledge test via NOCN's Test Platform.

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