Who is this for?
This course is ideal for teachers, trainee teachers, teaching assistants and learning mentors, pastoral and safeguarding staff, mental health leads and champions and any school staff supporting young people.
No prior mental health training is required and there is a more accessible option for different learning styles.
Length
6 hours in total (approximately 1hr per unit, completed flexibly)
Indefinite access to course materials.
Set multiple choice exam date, flexible study period to prepare.
The Foundation Programme in School Mental Health is a fully online, accredited course
that equips school staff with the confidence and practical skills to support pupils’ mental
health. Whether you’re a teacher, teaching assistant, or work in a pastoral or support role, this flexible course helps you understand key mental health concepts, recognise early signs of concern, and respond effectively in your day-to-day role. Grounded in evidence and accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH), the course provides an ideal starting point for those looking to make a meaningful difference in their school community – enrol today.
Delivery partner
Course Duration
6 hours (completed flexibly over several weeks)
Dates
You will complete six online units at your own pace, with guidance from a dedicated facilitator and finish with a short multiple-choice assessment. On completion, you’ll receive the Level 2 Award in Understanding Mental Wellbeing, a nationally recognised qualification from the Royal Society for Public Health.
You will learn to:
You’ll also gain access to the School Mental Health Professionals Network for continued learning and connection.
Gain practical knowledge and confidence to support mental health in your school – and take a valuable step forward in your career.
This fully online course includes:
Flexible learning – access anytime, anywhere
Interactive discussion boards to share ideas and reflections
Personalised support from a course facilitator
Ongoing access to the School Mental Health Professionals Network
You’ll complete a short online multiple-choice assessment at the end of the course. A score of 14 out of 20 is required to pass.
On successful completion, you’ll receive the Level 2 Award in Understanding Mental Wellbeing, awarded by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) – a nationally
recognised qualification.
Your facilitator will support you to feel fully prepared.
This course has been completed by education professionals across the UK and internationally — from early-career staff to senior leaders, and from mainstream schools to alternative provisions.
Participants include:
Michelle Grech receiving her certificate at the Maltese national School Mental Health Conference, co-hosted by Minds Ahead, Santa Venera, Malta.
“The course is easy to follow and well paced. The tasks are helpful to consolidate what was read and understood in the content.”
Michelle Grech
This programme is suitable for:
Anyone working or preparing to work in an educational setting
“My advice. Do it! You won’t regret it”
School Mental Health Lead
Cost: £160
Payment is required in advance. Group discount and invoicing available on request.
“It helped make mental health the priority- I was able to work well with others to develop provision as a whole school priority.”
“The course is easy to follow and well paced. The tasks helped consolidate what I’d learned. It’s ideal for those new to mental wellbeing.”
“I now feel equipped with ideas to apply in school – for students and staff. I’m much more confident in supporting mental health.”
The course is made up of six short units, each taking around one hour. Most participants complete it over six weeks, but you can go at your own pace within the cohort timeline.
No – this is a foundation-level course, designed for school staff with or without prior experience. It is a great place to start or refresh your knowledge.
You’ll receive the Level 2 Award in Understanding Mental Wellbeing, a nationally recognised qualification awarded by the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH).
The course is fully online. It includes videos, short readings, activities, and discussion boards. A facilitator will guide you throughout the course.
It’s a short multiple-choice quiz at the end of the course. You’ll need to score 14 out of 20 to pass, and your facilitator will help you feel prepared.
A wide range of school professionals have completed the course — including support staff, teachers, senior leaders, and international educators.
£190 per person. Payment is made in advance. Group bookings, discount and invoicing are available.
Yes – many schools enrol several staff members to strengthen their whole-school approach.
Contact us for group booking support or invoicing.
