Exam board: OCR
The OCR Level 3 Cambridge Advanced National in Mental Health: Individuals and Society is worth one A level. Mental health education is essential for both personal development and professional capability in a world that is increasingly aware of the importance of mental wellbeing. You will explore how societal attitudes have changed over time and develop practical skills and strategies to positively impact individuals and communities. The course is taught through a mix of classroom study, case work and contact with people working in the sector, and it is assessed by a combination of exams and coursework across the two years.
This course suits you if you are passionate about mental health and wellbeing. Through a combination of theoretical study and hands-on experience, you will develop the necessary knowledge and skills that can support progression to higher education in mental health and wellbeing studies. There is a high demand for mental health professionals across various sectors, including public/private healthcare, social services, and specialised research roles.
You will get the most from this course if you are curious about why people think and behave as they do, comfortable with both coursework and exams, and interested in work that supports other people. You do not need to have studied mental health before. You might be interested in this qualification if you want to learn key knowledge and understanding in the subject, and apply what you learn to practical, real-life contexts.
You’ll have the opportunity to complete work experience in the sector and hear from guest speakers working in the mental health and wellbeing sector
Higher education in Mental Health and Wellbeing · Mental Health careers · Health based careers
Health and social care · Child Development · Psychology · Sociology · Business
Fundamentals of mental health and the individual: examined unit. Supporting and promoting mental health and wellbeing in organisations: coursework. Supporting mental health and wellbeing with outdoor and creative activities: coursework. Mental health, wellbeing and society: examined unit. Community-based support for mental health and wellbeing: coursework.