The TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Mental Health (RQF) develops the knowledge and understanding of mental health, mental well-being and working in the mental health sector

(RQF) Regulated Qualifications Framework

Guided learning hours (GLH)- 153 hours

Total Qualification time -210 hours

There are 5 mandatory units

Unit 1- Understand the Role of the Mental Health Care Worker

Uni 2- Understand mental health conditions in Context

Unit 3- Living with a mental health condition

Unit 4-Mental health conditions and destructive behaviour

Unit 5-Understanding treatment of mental health conditions

Entry requirements

English GCSE/Level 2 Functional skills or willingness to work towards

Maths GCSE/Level 2 Functional skills or willingness to work towards

Confident digitally to enable the completion of assignments

How is the course delivered?

The sessions will be delivered either in one of our venues or online, using Google Meet. You will access materials and complete assignments via Google Classroom and our EQUAL learning platform.

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What will I need?

You will need a smartphone, tablet, laptop or PC and a good internet connection to join the online sessions and/or access learning materials and resources between sessions. You will need access to a laptop or PC to complete assignments throughout the course. You may need to speak to your line manager about any time that could be available to complete elements of the course.

How will I be assessed?

For each unit, you will complete assessments that allow you to demonstrate your knowledge, skills and experience.

Assessments include:

• Written assignments

• Professional discussions

• Presentations

• Oral questioning

• Witness testimonies

• Reflective accounts

Is a work placement a requirement of this course?

No real work environment placement is required for this qualification.

Course duration

36 weeks

*or sooner depending on the pace of the learner

Course dates and times

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What next?

To apply visit our website

You will then receive a call to be invited into one of our centres for an initial assessment.