Mental Health First Aid Training

This course provides the learner with the skills, knowledge and understanding of first aid for mental health, the aims to help individuals in the workplace and communities to recognise the signs and symptoms of mental health issues and understand how best to support themselves and those around them in recovery.

Aims & Objectives

• Enables Learners to gain a Mental Health First Aid award in Adult - Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
• Spot the early signs of a possible mental health issue
• Feel confident in how to offer and provide initial help to a person experiencing a mental health issue
• Preserve life where a person may be at risk of harm to themselves or others
• Help to stop mental health from getting worse and to give hope to someone who needs guidance
• Promote recovery of good mental health
• Guide someone towards appropriate treatment and other sources of help
• Understand the stigma that exists around mental health
• Provide help on a first aid basis

Duration

2 days long.

Prerequisites

Due to some of the sensitive subjects of the course students should be aware of that some people can find certain parts of the course difficult, although our instructors help everyone to feel safe and comfortable.

Who Should Attend

Anyone can attend an MHFA course, but an interest in mental health and wellbeing is desirable. This course provides the skills, knowledge and understanding of first aid for mental health and how to effectively support those experiencing distress.

Outcomes

Give a deeper understanding of the issues that impact on and relate to people’s mental health

Teach practical skills that can be used every day, including being able to spot the signs and symptoms of mental health issues and feel confident guiding people towards support

Benefits

• Independent research and evaluation confirms that taking part in an MHFA course:
• Raises awareness and mental health literacy
• Reduces stigma around mental health
• Boosts knowledge and confidence in dealing with mental health issues
• Promotes early intervention which enables recovery

Certification & Qualifications

When you have completed the course, you will receive a certificate to confirm that you are a trained Mental Health First Aid that is valid for 3 years.