Mental Health First Aid Course (Online)

Overview

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, MHFAiders® is an internationally recognised training course which teaches people how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health — and to provide help on a first aid basis.

MHFA does not teach you to diagnose or treat conditions or provide counselling. But, as with physical first aid, you will learn how to respond in on a first level support and look after the person until they can access professional help.

It also addresses mental health stigma and promotes early intervention and positive wellbeing.

The course is split into four sessions and covers an overview of some mental health conditions, how to follow and apply the MHFAiders® action plan, MHFA conversations, recovery and relevant resources to assist, boundaries in the role and moving forward in the MHFAider role.

As an MHFAider® you’ll also have access to ongoing learning to support you in the role and ensure you have the most up-to-date information on mental health.

Each delegate will get direct access to a fully qualified First Aid for MHFAiders® Trainer throughout, along with access to the learning hub, an in-depth interactive workbook and toolkit to complete tasks during each session.

Structure of learning

It typically takes 14 hours for a learner to complete the course.

This is structured for the learner in the following way:

• Live session one – 3hr 30min

• Live session Two – 3hr 30min

• Live session Three – 3hr 30min

• Live session Four – 3hr 30min

Timeframe of learning

For the best learner experience, the course is delivered over a two-week period.

For completion of the course, please ensure you attend each of the below live sessions.

Live Session 1: 13th January 2025 (9:30 - 13:00)

Live Session 2: 15th January 2025 (9:30 - 13:00)

Live Session 3: 20th January 2025(9:30 - 13:00)

Live Session 4: 22nd January 2025 (9:30 - 13:00)

Online Course Highlights

• Equip colleagues with the knowledge, skills and confidence to deal sensitively and professionally with people experiencing mental health issues

• Ensure employees have access to the right support in a mental health crisis

• Promotes equity and understanding around mental health from different perspectives

• Helps to build supportive communities and promotes open conversations about mental health

• Alongside the evidence-based Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, MHFAiders® are also provided with three-year access to ongoing learning and support through the MHFAider Support App®.

Requirements for the best learning experience

This facilitated learning is delivered in an interactive online method therefore please ensure you have access to the following:

• Laptop or PC with internet connection
• Webcam and microphone capabilities
• Zoom video conferencing*

*Zoom App gives full functionality so provides the best possible learning experience including:

• Break out activities in small groups
• Interactive whiteboard usage
• Online access to supporting resources such as handout, in course manuals and supporting documentation – where applicable
• The best possible live interactive activity and discussion lead learning
• Facilitated by one of our qualified Disability Training & Consultancy Specialists

Once you register:

• You will receive a course confirmation welcome email and then 2 weeks before the start date, comprehensive joining instructions detailing how to successfully complete the course from start to finish will be sent through via email.

• Please let your instructor know if you have any additional learning needs or if we can support your learning further.

Wanting to book for your team? Visit our group bookings page: https://healthmanagement.co.uk/product/mental-health-first-aid/

Event Venue

Online