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Level 2 Award in Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace

Build confidence. Promote wellbeing. Spot the signs early.

Mental health awareness is now essential in every modern workplace. This Level 2 qualification gives employees and managers the tools to understand mental health, reduce stigma, and offer basic support to colleagues in need.

Designed for any employee, this 1-day course is practical, accessible and focused on real workplace scenarios — helping you create a safer, more open culture.

✔️ Ofqual regulated qualification
✔️ Nationally recognised certificate (valid 3 years)
✔️ Ideal for staff at any level or sector

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Who Is it For?What will you Learn?

This course is perfect for:

  • All employees looking to build awareness

  • Line managers and supervisors

  • HR professionals and wellbeing leads

  • Customer-facing teams or remote workers

  • Organisations looking to embed a proactive mental health culture

No prior knowledge is needed — it’s designed to be accessible and supportive.

This course provides a solid foundation in mental health awareness, empowering learners to identify concerns, take supportive action, and understand their responsibilities in the workplace.

Training is tailored to your environment wherever possible.

Syllabus

  • What is mental health and why it matters at work

  • Common conditions (anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, self-harm, suicide)

  • Risk factors and early warning signs

  • The impact of stigma and discrimination

  • How to approach conversations sensitively

  • Signposting and when to escalate

  • Mental health legislation and duty of care

  • All content is delivered using live discussion, interactive exercises, and real-world examples.

Key Information

  • 1-day course

  • Ofqal Regulated Qualification

  • Valid for 3 years

  • Assessment is a multiple-choice based test at the end of the course.

  • Scenarios tailored to your workplace

  • Available as on-site training for groups of staff anywhere in the UK and as Virtual Classroom for groups of staff.

Delivery Options and Pricing

On-Site Training

We come to you! Ideal for teams of 4–12 staff. More cost effective than open courses.

Available for all Mental Health Training.

Nationwide delivery. Utilise our skilled trainers wherever you are in the UK.

Pick the dates that fit your work schedule.

Tailor scenarios to your workplace. 

£1,200+ Vat for up to 12 delegates

Virtual Classroom

Live via Teams with an Expert trainer

Great for staff based at different sites across the UK. Maximum delegates 8.

Available for Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace and Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace courses.

Pick the dates that fit your work schedule.

Tailor scenarios to your workplace.

Rate: £999 + Vat for up to 8 delegates.

Why Choose Safety Stars for Mental Health First Aid Training?

Trusted, supportive training that helps your people make a real difference.

At Safety Stars, we deliver more than just qualifications — we create space for meaningful conversations and lasting impact. Whether you're supporting your first Mental Health First Aider or embedding wellbeing across a multi-site organisation, we’re here to make it simple, practical and effective.

Experienced, Compassionate Trainers

Our trainers don’t just understand mental health — they know how to teach it in an approachable, inclusive and engaging way, with plenty of space for questions and discussion.

Tailored for Your Sector

We adapt case studies, examples and priorities to reflect your sector and your team’s needs — from education and healthcare to logistics and office environments.

Delivered How You Need It

Choose between on-site delivery for your team or virtual classroom options for remote or multi-location staff — always led live by expert trainers.

Bespoke & Specialist Options Available

From general awareness sessions to focused workshops (like our Anxiety & Panic Attacks module), we’ll help you build a training plan that meets your wellbeing goals.

Approved and Accredited

We’re a Qualsafe Awards Approved Centre, delivering Ofqual-regulated Mental Health First Aid qualifications with full certification and national recognition.

Backed by Outstanding Client Support

From your first enquiry to post-course certificates and beyond, our team is known for being friendly, responsive and reliable — making the process easy from start to finish.

Frequently asked questions

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Ready to support your team's wellbeing from the ground up?​​

Book your Level 2 Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace course.

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