Overview
The Qualifi Level 2 Diploma in Care — Pathway 2: Care and Mental Health is a specialist qualification for care workers who support individuals experiencing mental health conditions. This pathway combines core Level 2 Diploma units with specialist mental health modules, providing a comprehensive foundation for working in mental health care settings.
Learners explore mental health problems, mental well-being promotion, the Mental Capacity Act, and strategies to support individuals in managing their behaviour and maintaining independence — all grounded in person-centred values and current mental health legislation.
Fully online and assignment-based, this qualification is ideal for support workers and care workers in community mental health teams, residential care or supported living who wish to develop specialist mental health competencies.
Key Facts
What will you learn
- Understand a range of mental health conditions, their causes, symptoms and the impact on individuals and their families.
- Promote mental well-being and apply mental health promotion strategies in care settings.
- Apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act to support individuals' rights and decision-making.
- Enable individuals to develop effective strategies for managing their behaviour and emotional responses.
- Support individuals with mental health conditions to maintain independence in daily living tasks.
- Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns affecting individuals with mental health needs.
- Communicate sensitively and effectively with individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
- Apply person-centred, recovery-focused approaches to deliver dignified mental health care.
Entry Requirements
Educational Background
Open Entry: This program is open to all applicants, regardless of previous qualifications. Whether you're starting fresh or seeking to build on existing knowledge, everyone is encouraged to apply. Higher qualifications and relevant experience are also welcomed but not required.
Age Requirement
Applicants must be 16 years or older. This program is designed to support both recent school leavers and those beginning their professional journey.
International applicants and their qualifications are accepted.
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Unit details
Total: 15 units · 49 credits · Awarded by Qualifi
Unit 1: Communication in Care Settings
3 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to communication in care settings.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 2: Duty of Care
1 credit
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to duty of care.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 3: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Care Settings
2 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to equality, diversity and inclusion in care settings.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 4: Handle Information in Care Settings
1 credit
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to handle information in care settings.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 5: Health, Safety and Well-Being in Care Settings
4 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to health, safety and well-being in care settings.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 6: Implement Person-Centred Approaches
5 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to implement person-centred approaches.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 7: Personal Development in a Care Setting
3 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to personal development in a care setting.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 8: Responsibilities of a Care Worker
2 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to responsibilities of a care worker.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 9: Safeguarding and Protection in Care Settings
3 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to safeguarding and protection in care settings.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 10: Contribute to Support of Positive Risktaking for Individuals
3 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to contribute to support of positive risktaking for individuals.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 11: Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act
3 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to awareness of the mental capacity act.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 12: Understand Mental Health Problems
3 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to understand mental health problems.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 13: Understand Mental Well-being and Mental Health Promotion
3 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to understand mental well-being and mental health promotion.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 14: Enable Individuals to Develop Strategies to Manage Behaviour
8 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to enable individuals to develop strategies to manage behaviour.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Unit 15: Support Independence in the Tasks of Daily Living
5 credits
What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and practices related to support independence in the tasks of daily living.
- Apply knowledge effectively in real-world care settings.
- Demonstrate competence in line with Qualifi standards.
Fee and Payment Plans
30 to 40% Cheaper than most Universities and Colleges
Duration & course fee
The programme is available in two duration modes:
6 Months (Accelerated mode / Fast-track): GBP £1,250
9 Months (Standard mode): GBP £950
This programme does not have any additional costs.
The fee is payable in monthly or quarterly instalments.
You can avail 5% discount if you pay the full fee upfront in 1 instalment
Payment plans
6 Months - GBP £1,250
- Payment option (a) - GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
- Payment option (b) - GBP £1,187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
9 Months - GBP £950
- Payment option (c) - GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
- Payment option (d) - GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
- Payment option (e) - GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
What Our Students Say
Anna Petrov
Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
"Good course with comprehensive coverage of healthcare topics. The online resources were helpful and the assessment process was fair. Recommended for healthcare professionals."
Ahmed Hassan
Level 2 Diploma in Care
"Good value for money with comprehensive content. The course structure was logical and the resources provided were helpful for my professional development."
Giovanni Rossi
Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care
"Well-structured course with good balance of theory and practice. The online resources were comprehensive and the support was helpful throughout."
James Mitchell
Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
"Outstanding course material and flexible learning schedule. I could balance my work and studies perfectly. The practical assignments were particularly beneficial for my professional development."
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Educational Background:
Open Entry: This program is open to all applicants, regardless of previous qualifications. Whether you're starting fresh or seeking to build on existing knowledge, everyone is encouraged to apply. Higher qualifications and relevant experience are also welcomed but not required.
Age Requirement: Applicants must be 16 years or older. This program is designed to support both recent school leavers and those beginning their professional journey.
The Level 2 Diploma in Care - Pathway 2: Care and Mental Health is available in two duration modes:
- 6 Months — Accelerated / Fast-track mode: Ideal for learners who wish to complete the programme quickly with a more intensive study schedule.
- 9 Months — Standard mode: Designed for learners who prefer a more flexible, self-paced approach while balancing work and personal commitments.
Both modes are fully online and assignment-based — no exams required.
Yes. The Level 2 Diploma in Care - Pathway 2: Care and Mental Health is awarded and accredited by Qualifi, a recognised UK awarding organisation. The qualification is regulated and appears on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), ensuring it is widely recognised by employers and higher education institutions across the UK and internationally.
✅ The programme is offered fully online. It comes with comprehensive, easy-to-follow study materials designed to make learning simple and engaging, plus tutor support via live chat / email.
✅ The programme offers ultimate flexibility — you can study at your own pace and your own time, without disrupting your work or personal life.
❇ The programme is assignment based — no exams.
Yes. The course is offered fully online. It comes with comprehensive study materials, tutor support, and the flexibility to study anywhere, at any time. There are no fixed class times — you progress at your own pace.
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