In this course, employees will gain an in-depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing in the workplace.
We will teach employees practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health challanges. They will learn about the MHFA action plan and how to apply it, enabling them to confidently step in, reassure, and support a person in distress. Additionally, they will understand the importance of early intervention and how to signpost to support recovery or successful management of symptoms.
This training empowers employees to create a supportive work environment and fosters a proactive approach to mental health and wellbeing.
Learning outcomes
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a training course that will teach your employees how to identify, understand and help someone who may be experiencing a mental health issue.
- MHFA won’t teach how to be a therapist or psychiatrist, but it will teach your employees how to listen, reassure and respond, even in a crisis – and even potentially stop a crisis from happening.
- Learn to recognise warning signs of mental ill health and develop the skills and confidence to approach and support someone while keeping themselves safe.
- Gain enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening and will build their confidence in having effective conversations about mental health.
- Learn how to empower someone to access the support they might need for recovery or successful management of symptoms. This could include self-help books or websites, accessing therapy services through their GP, their school or place of work, online self-referral, support groups, and more.
- Gain an understanding of how to support positive wellbeing and tackle stigma in the workplace and the world around them.
Format and duration
- This course provides an inclusive learning experience which includes a blended approach of individual learning and instructor-led live sessions.
- The live sessions are completed over 2 weeks across 2 whole days or 4 x 3.5 hour sessions and will include a mix of presentations, group discussions and activities.
By completing this course your employees will be provided with:
- A Mental Health First Aid accreditation and certificate
- A Mental Health First Aid manual which details everything learnt in the course plus resources and information for signposting
- A quick reference card for the Mental Health First Aid action plan
- A workbook including a helpful toolkit to support their own mental health
- Access to MHFA England’s online resources for supporting mental health including film clips, interactive tools, guidance for line managers, and more
Who should attend?
- This course is suitable for employees at any level of your organisation.
- Just as all responsible workplaces have first aiders for physical health, we believe that it is good practice for mentally healthy workplaces to train mental health first-aiders to support people with their mental health.
Group size and cost
A minimum of 8 and a maximum of 16 participants.
Sessions start at £325pp, but we offer discounted rates. Get in touch for more info!