This course is recommended for line managers, supervisors, HR professionals and everyone who has an interest in improving workplace wellbeing.

Mental Health First Aid Champions have

• An understanding of common mental health issues  

• Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness

• Ability to spot signs of mental ill health 

• Skills to support positive wellbeing

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Course size

Due to the sensitive nature of some of the topics the maximum allowed is 16.

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Materials

All delegate materials are included - everyone attending receives a comprehensive reference manual, course workbook, MHFA Line Managers' Resource Guide and e-certificate. 

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Previous knowledge

Absolutely no previous knowledge is required or expected.

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Delivery style

The course is a mix of  information presentation and discussion with some group activities designed to be engaging, interactive and enjoyable.

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Course Outline

Morning 

• About Mental Health First Aid 

• About mental health and stress in the workplace  

• Stigma and discrimination

• Depression

• Anxiety disorders

• Other mental health issues (eating disorders, self-harm, psychosis)

• Early warning signs of mental ill health

• Alcohol, drugs and mental health

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Afternoon

• Applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan 

• Action 1: Approach the person, assess and assist with any crisis

• Suicide

• Action 2: Listen and communicate non-judgementally

• Action 3: Give support and information

• Action 4: Encourage the person to get appropriate professional help

• Action 5: Encourage other supports

• Recovery

• Building a mentally healthy workplace 

• Action planning for using MHFA

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Value

MHFA England values this course at £200pp. Contact us to find out more about group discounts.

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