Ascentis Level 2 Award in Mental Health and Well-being

The Ascentis Level 2 Award in Mental Health and Well-being qualification is designed to give learners knowledge and understanding of the different types of conditions and impacts of mental health. This qualification introduces the learner to key issues in mental health, raising awareness of sensitive topics and guidance to support themselves and others.

Aims

The aims of the qualification are to enable learners:

• To understand the term and different types of mental health

• To understand the impacts of drugs, alcohol and social media on mental health

• To know how to look after physical and mental health

• To know how to find help and support for mental health

Assessment Method

The unit is internally assessed through the learner building up a portfolio of evidence that covers the relevant assessment criteria.