What We Offer

Mental Health Awareness Diploma
Understand Mental Health. Support Others. Strengthen Your Career.

With over 20% of adults in the UK experiencing mental illness, there’s never been a greater need for professionals with strong mental health awareness. Whether you're just starting your career in healthcare or looking to deepen your existing knowledge, this CPD-accredited Mental Health Awareness Diploma is designed to equip you with the essential theoretical understanding to make a meaningful difference.

What You'll Learn

• Understand the core principles of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA)
• Learn how to support individuals lacking mental capacity with compassion and compliance
• Gain clarity on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and their legal implications
• Explore the role of the Court of Protection and court-appointed deputies
• Understand decision-making frameworks in mental health care provision
• Examine service user rights, provider responsibilities, and legal safeguarding protocols

Note: This course provides theoretical knowledge and does not qualify you to practice professionally in mental health care.

Ideal for

• Mental health support workers
• Carers, hospital staff, and care home employees
• Individuals preparing for a career in mental health care or social work
• Anyone looking to improve mental health awareness for personal or professional reasons

Couse Features

• CPD QS Accredited Certificate awarded upon successful completion
• Bite-sized, beginner-friendly modules to suit any learning pace
• Fully online study with flexible scheduling—learn anytime, anywhere
• Tutor support available 24/7
• Delivered through a mix of engaging video lessons and downloadable materials

Assessment & Certification

Multiple-choice assessments at the end of each module Instant grading with a minimum pass mark of 60% Unlimited retakes for your peace of mind. Certification options:

• PDF Certificate: £9
  
• Hard Copy Certificate: £15

Course Endorsement

This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality non-regulated training provision. It is not Ofqual regulated. For more on progression routes, please visit the Quality Licence Scheme website.

Career Path Opportunities

This diploma enhances your CV and theoretical expertise, opening doors to roles in:

• Mental Health Support
• Caregiving (in hospitals, care homes, or community settings)
• Social Work Assistance
• Health & Social Care Administration