Mental Health and Young People

Understand key mental health issues affecting young people
Recognise early signs of emotional and behavioural difficulties
Explore factors influencing youth mental health and wellbeing
Learn supportive strategies for children and adolescents
Develop awareness of safeguarding responsibilities
Improve communication with young people around mental health

This course is suitable for individuals who work with, care for, or support children and young people in a professional or voluntary capacity. It is ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, youth workers, support staff, childcare professionals, social care workers, healthcare assistants, and community support practitioners. Parents, carers, and individuals interested in youth mental health will also find the course highly beneficial.

The Mental Health and Young People Course supports those looking to build foundational knowledge or enhance existing experience in education, health, and social care sectors. It is particularly valuable for individuals seeking roles that involve supporting emotional wellbeing, safeguarding, and early intervention. No prior experience in mental health is required, making the course accessible to beginners while still offering valuable insights for experienced professionals aiming to refresh or expand their skills.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, making it accessible to a wide range of learners. It is suitable for individuals aged 16 and above who have an interest in mental health and young people. Learners are recommended to have a basic level of English language proficiency, numeracy, and IT skills to engage effectively with the online learning materials. Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection is required to complete the course comfortably. The course is designed to support learners from diverse educational and professional backgrounds.

Upon successful completion of the Mental Health and Young People Course, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This course offers flexible, self-paced learning that fits around personal and professional commitments. The expert-designed modules present clear, structured content focused on real-world relevance and professional development. Learners benefit from career-focused outcomes that strengthen understanding of youth mental health and safeguarding responsibilities. The course emphasises practical knowledge that can be applied across education, care, and support settings while developing transferable skills valued by employers. Completion of this course enhances a CV by demonstrating commitment to professional growth, mental health awareness, and the ability to support young people effectively within professional environments.

This course is designed to be accessible for learners with no previous mental health training. Content is presented in a clear, structured way, gradually building understanding of mental health concepts related to young people. It is suitable for beginners while also offering valuable insights for those with existing experience who wish to refresh or expand their knowledge.

The course strengthens professional awareness of mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people, which is highly valued across education, health, and social care sectors. It supports career development by enhancing safeguarding knowledge, communication skills, and confidence when supporting young people, making it a valuable addition to a professional CV.

The course is delivered entirely online, allowing learners to study at their own pace from any location. Learning materials are accessible 24/7 through an online platform, enabling flexible study around work or personal commitments. No classroom attendance is required, making it suitable for distance learning.