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Gain a completely FREE L2 certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance with East Durham College's distance learning course! Study from home or work at your own pace.

This 18 week course will help you understand the concept of a lean environment and its benefits, as well as how to implement a productivity needs analysis and develop an understanding of what makes an effective team.

This free distance learning covers lots of different mental health problems, including stress, anxiety, phobias, depression, dementia, eating disorders and schizophrenia. You’ll learn about the signs and symptoms of different mental health conditions and how to manage them, as well as gaining an understanding of mental health legislation and guidance.

In this free distance learning course you'll build an understanding of mental health problems and the support available in the workplace. You will learn how to support individuals with their mental health, as well as what a mentally healthy environment is like.

Our distance learning Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health is designed to provide a greater awareness of mental health issues and the importance of mental well-being.

Learn about the significance of mental health for children in early years, looking at the link between physical and mental health and some of the signs, indicators and behaviours linked to overall well-being, and the concept of attachment and how this contributes to their development and how children can be taught strategies to build their own resilience.

Want to learn about neuroscience and early brain development? Complete this level 2 award in Neuroscience in Early Years. Learn about neurons, synaptogenesis and how the social brain develops, gain an understanding of the limbic system and self regulation and how to distinguish between behaviourist and relational approaches to behaviour management.

This 15 week course will teach you about the role food and exercise play in maintaining health, and what the information on food labelling really means and how to use it correctly. It also covers the different diets that children and older people need to make sure they are fit and strong, as well as what can cause eating disorders and how to manage them.

In this 18 week course you will learn how to assess your fitness levels, how to design a healthy personalised diet and exercise plan, and develop your understanding of anatomy and physiology. The course will also teach you about healthy lifestyles and how technology can be used to help you on your journey.

This 15 week course is a great introduction to the different types of medicines and how to record, store and handle them appropriately.