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Course overview
- Mental health problems commonly associated with children and young people
- Children and young people’s mental health in context
- The impact of mental ill-health on children and young people
- Support available to maintain mental wellbeing in children and young people
- Free access to the CACHE Alumni for 2 years when you enrol on your course
This course looks at the causes, symptoms and impacts of mental health problems and issues, and how to identify and tackle them. With increasing pressures on young people from the media, celebrity and online channels more and more children are at risk of experiencing negative mental health.
Work through the course at your own pace, and submit assessments online to your personal tutor, who will grade and return them. No work experience is needed alongside this course, and the flexible nature of distance learning and unlimited personal tutor support by email means you can easily fit your studies into your existing lifestyle.
Course fees:
Online – £519
Study Pack – £569
- Monthly instalment plan available
- No government funding available for this course
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
Students have 12 months from the date of enrolment to complete the course. Enjoy the freedom to study at your own pace, learning in a way that suits your lifestyle.
Entry requirements
You will need to be at least 16 years of age to enrol onto this course.
Course features
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated learner services
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Free CV critique service
- Free employability guide to help you impress future employers
- Free XO Student Discounts membership
- Free CACHE Alumni Membership for 2 years
- *Comprehensive study guide
- *Exclusive Open Study College pen and highlighter
- *Student notebook
* Not included with the online study option
Assessment
Each unit of study culminates in a written learning assessment in which the student will demonstrate their understanding of the topics covered. Assessments should be submitted to the course tutor by email. They will then be graded and returned. All 5-unit assessments must be passed in order to complete the course.
Course outcome
Upon successful completion of the course, you will achieve an NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health.
Delivery
This course is offered on a distance learning basis, with all course materials provided to you in your choice of online or print versions. You’ll receive full and unlimited support from your personal tutor, who is available to answer any questions you may have. They will also grade your assessments, which can be submitted online.
Subjects
- Understand the concept of mental health
- Know the legislation and guidance that applies to children’s and young people’s mental health
- Understand how society views mental health
- Understand risk factors which may affect the mental well-being of children and young people
- Understand the potential effects of puberty and developmental changes on the mental health of children and young people
- Understand how abuse or bullying may affect the mental health of a child or young person
- Understand behaviour that is associated with mental health concerns in children and young people.
- Understand stress and anxiety in children and young people.
- Understand depression in children and young people.
- Know about specific mental health conditions that children and young people may experience.
- Understand the impact mental health concerns can have on children and young people
- Understand the impact of children and young people’s mental health problems on others
- Understand the importance of being diagnosed with a mental health problem
- Understand person centred approaches to supporting children and young people with mental health concerns
- Understand how to promote mental wellbeing in children and young people
- Understand services and treatment involved with children and young people’s mental health
About Open Study College
Established in 2007, Open Study College is a distance learning course provider that has helped over 130,000 learners take the next step towards achieving their ambitions.
With over 700 courses, ranging from A Levels and GCSEs through to childcare and beauty therapy — there’s something for everyone. All of their qualifications are independently accredited by established awarding organisations, fully equipping you for the future.
Why choose Open Study College?
Whether you’re in full-time work or have family commitments, distance learning at Open Study College provides the flexibility to create a study schedule that fits around the busy demands of day-to-day life. Accomplish your goals — at your pace, on your terms.
You will also receive the best possible support from the uber-friendly learner services team, as well as guidance from expert tutors who are on hand to answer any queries you might have throughout the duration of your course.
What makes Open Study College different?
Born from a genuine passion to improve the lives of others through education, Open Study College is a family-run business with decades of experience in the education and distance learning industry.
Seeking a career change? Didn’t get the exam results you wanted? Looking to learn a new skill? Enrol on one of their courses today and forge the future you’ve always wanted — all from the comfort of your own home!
Additional benefits
As an Open Study College learner, your benefits will include an XO Student Discounts membership, exclusive savings on future courses and a complete range of career support — including a free CV critique service, a free employability guide, and job-hunting help from their recruitment experts.
