MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING  

 Our suite of courses will raise your awareness and understanding of mental health, promoting a more positive approach to support your team. 

 It will enable you to challenge the negative attitudes and stereotyping that discourages some people from seeking the appropriate help and support they need.  

Mental Health in the Workplace Level 1 
Our entry level half day course provides a basic awareness for anyone wishing to understand mental health and dispel some of the misconceptions frequently linked to mental health difficulties. 
 
It is a stepping stone to further study at Level 2 and 3, one day and two day respectively (please contact us for further information). 
 
What is meant by mental health and mental ill-health 
Common mental illnesses 
The importance of empathy when communicating with a person experiencing mental ill-health 
Stigma and the effect it has on mental health 
Support for people experiencing mental ill-health 
The benefits of a positive mental health culture 
Individual £74.35 VAT incl 
Group Booking £350 +VAT (up to 12) 
Mental Health in the Workplace Level 2 
The objective of this one day course is to benefit the Learner by educating them in common mental health illnesses such as depression, stress and anxiety, eating disorders, self-harming and suicide. 
 
The qualification includes how to listen to others and provide advice on where to signpost to expert support to assist them in difficult times. 
 
What is mental health 
What is the difference between a mental health episode, crisis and condition? 
Factors that affect our mental health 
The mental health continuum 
Roles and responsibilities of a Mental Health First Aid Responder 
Mental health action plan protocol (DR EFG) 
Active listening skills 
How to show empathy 
How to have a conversation about wellbeing 
How to give immediate mental health support and where to signpost someone for additional support 
Recognising stress 
Anxiety and anxiety disorder 
Recognising depression 
Suicide continuum, signs and symptoms 
How to recognise OCD, PTSD, eating disorders, self-harm, substance abuse and psychosis 
Price: Individual £125.00 incl VAT 
Group Booking £699.00 +VAT (up to 12) 
Mental Health in the Workplace Level 3 
This two day qualification and learning outcomes are designed to assist managers to review and write policies and risk assessments for mental health in their work place. 
 
By raising their awareness of the signs and symptoms associated with mental health problems both related to the workplace and in the general public 
 
What is mental health? 
What is the difference between a mental health episode, crisis and condition? 
What factors can affect our mental health? 
The mental health continuum 
Roles and responsibilities of a Mental health First Aider and Responder 
Key attributes and behaviours of a Mental Health First Aider 
Mental health action plan protocol (DR EFG) 
How to support an individual (and their line manager) when returning to work after an absence due to poor mental health. 
Physical first aid skills to be used in response to mental illness 
How to carry out a risk assessment when supporting an individual 
How to spot the difference between a medical emergency and an imminent threat to life (including how to identify which mental health conditions may be described as either) and what action to take 
Recognising stress and how to support someone who may be experiencing stress 
Recognising when someone is in crisis 
Suicide continuum, risk factors, signs and symptoms 
Recognising and understanding self-harm, eating disorders, PTSD & OCD 
Psychosis - including delusions, thought disorder and hallucinations 
Bipolar disorder 
How to display empathy 
Key skills to support an individual with poor mental health, including where to signpost them and how to have important wellbeing conversations 
Overview of key legislation relevant to mental health 
Exploring attitudes around mental health and how to create a positive culture in the workplace through influence and action planning 
Price: Individual £190.00 +VAT 
Group Booking £1350.00 +VAT (up to 12) 
Supporting Mental Health in Adventurous Settings 
 
This one day course provides a comprehensive understanding of mental health and equips participants with the knowledge and skills to support individuals facing mental health challenges during outdoor adventures.  
 
Through a series of modules, participants will delve into various aspects of mental health and mental illness, exploring their impact on human behaviour and the relationship between them and strategies for staying mentally well in difficult situations. 
 
Expedition-specific mental health concerns are addressed including pre-departure, stress areas during expeditions, comfort zones and the role of leaders in providing duty of care and support. 
 
Effective communication with individuals in crisis is also emphasized. 
 
Participants will explore the components of emotional intelligence, recognise changes in participants' behaviour, and gain an understanding of fixed and growth mindsets. 
Price: Individual £125.00 VAT incl 
Group Booking £699.00 +VAT (up to 12)