Mental Health and Wellbeing in Youth Work
Reference
K/650/4665
Level
Level 4
Credit Value
5
Guided Learning Hours
30
Aim
The aim of this unit is for learners to understand the components of mental health; theories underpinning mental health and wellbeing; factors that negatively and positively affect mental health and wellbeing; legal and statutory frameworks that protect young people’s mental health; differences between recovery/strength models of mental health; frameworks and resources Youth Workers can use in day-to-day Youth Work practice to support young people’s mental health and wellbeing and to reflect on any changed in young people as a result of the support they have given.