The Level 2 Diploma in Care (Care and Mental Health) is designed for those seeking a career in the rewarding and dynamic care sector, particularly in adult care and mental health settings. This course focuses on developing essential skills to assess and meet individual needs, while fostering empathy and understanding towards mental health issues. According to our illustrative UK estimates, there could be up to 140,000 learners enrolled in courses like this one by 2027, indicating a growing demand for skilled care professionals.

UK Demand for Care and Mental Health Professionals

Estimated UK learners — Illustrative UK estimates — not official enrolment

About this course

The Level 2 Diploma in Care (Care and Mental Health) equips students with the practical skills, theory, and mental health awareness necessary for a successful career in care. Upon completion, you will gain a valuable qualification that allows you to work as a care worker or mental health support worker and even pursue further education in health and social care.

Understand care and support values, person-centred approaches, and mental health awareness
Learn practical skills for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care
Develop essential communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with service users and colleagues
Gain the knowledge to manage personal development and responsibilities in a care setting
Understand safeguarding, duty of care, and equality and diversity issues within care

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for individuals who are interested in entering or advancing their careers within the care sector, particularly those with a focus on mental health. This may include:

Individuals new to the care sector seeking a comprehensive introduction
Experienced care workers looking to enhance their skills and qualifications
Professionals from other industries considering a career change into care
Students who want to further their education in health and social care

Key facts

This Level 2 Diploma in Care is an Ofqual-regulated Awarding Body qualification that takes 6-9 months to complete. The fee for the course is £1250 or £950 depending on duration.

Award: Diploma
Level: Diploma
Duration: 6 months / 9 months
Fee: GBP £1250 / GBP £950
Awarding body: The qualification is delivered by London School of International Business (LSIB) and it is awarded by an Ofqual-regulated Awarding Body. All of the qualifications are listed on the Ofqual register.
Qualification number: NA (not provided)
Credits: 24
Accreditation: NA (not provided)

Why this course?

The Level 2 Diploma in Care (Care and Mental Health) is an essential stepping stone for individuals seeking to enter or advance their careers within the care sector, particularly those with a focus on mental health. With an increasing demand for care services in the UK, this diploma offers a valuable opportunity for learners to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in this growing field. A career in care can provide rewarding personal satisfaction, as well as competitive salaries, opportunities for professional development, and job security.

UK Estimates for Level 2 Diploma in Care (Care and Mental Health)

Illustrative UK estimates — not official enrolment

Year	Estimated UK learners
2026	120,000
2027	140,000

Career path

Graduates of the Level 2 Diploma in Care (Care and Mental Health) can pursue careers across multiple roles within the care sector. These roles may include:

Care Assistant - responsible for providing personal care and support to service users in a residential or community setting.
Support Worker - working with individuals who have mental health issues, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.

Care Sector Role Share

Industry share (%)

Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

6 months
9 months

Course delivery

Online

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are required for entry.
Ideal for those looking to start their educational or professional journey.
Minimum age of 16 years.

* International applicants and qualifications are accepted.

Course content

• Principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care
• Understand Mental Health Problems
• Understand the Role of the Mental Health Worker
• Promote Communication in Care Settings
• Promote Equality and Inclusion in Care Settings
• Duty of Care in Care Settings
• Promote Person-Centred Approaches in Care Settings
• Promote Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Care Settings

Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission.

Fee structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

6 months — Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
9 months — Standard mode @ GBP £950

Fee payment plans

The programme offers the following fee payment plans:

6 months programme

● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 months programme

● 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)

Accreditation

The qualification is delivered by London School of International Business (LSIB) and it is awarded by an Ofqual-regulated Awarding Body. All of the qualifications are listed on the Ofqual register.

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