Mental Health and Young People in Schools

What's included:

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• Eligibility to earn a CPD & QLS endorsed certificate.
• Fully Online Recorded Class
• 24/7 & Lifetime Access
• Online support
• No hidden fees

The Mental Health and Young People in Schools course offers a focused look into the emotional and psychological wellbeing of school-aged children. Centred on structured mental health learning, this course explores behavioural patterns, early warning signs, and the academic implications of poor mental health in school environments. Built with an education-first mindset, the course combines clear information with actionable insights—using sound methods of mental health education to support learning and understanding.

Participants will explore how stress, anxiety, depression, and social challenges manifest in young people. The course highlights the importance of early support and informed intervention, all while using a consistent approach rooted in mental health education. This is suitable for school staff, youth workers, or anyone who wants to understand mental health better in an educational setting. It offers clarity without the fluff, grounded in real knowledge and tailored to inform and support decision-making in a structured, online format.

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Learning Outcomes

• Understand key mental health issues affecting school-aged children.
• Learn signs of anxiety, depression, and behavioural changes in youth.
• Apply structured methods to address mental health in education.
• Recognise the link between mental health and school performance.
• Promote early intervention using sound educational approaches.

Who is this course for?

• Teachers seeking a better understanding of student mental health.
• Teaching assistants working closely with vulnerable young learners.
• School administrators overseeing student welfare and wellbeing.
• Youth mentors involved with children’s mental health education.
• Parents interested in school-based mental health strategies.

Career Path & Average UK Salaries

• School Mental Health Officer – £32,000 per year
• Youth Support Worker – £26,000 per year
• Education Welfare Officer – £29,000 per year
• Pastoral Support Lead – £31,500 per year
• SEN Teaching Assistant – £22,500 per year
• Behaviour Support Advisor – £30,000 per year