Mental Health First Aid Refresher Course (Online)

Overview

The Mental Health First Aid Refresher training course contains a mix of group activities, presentations and discussions as well as videos and case studies.

The instructor will provide a safe, inclusive learning environment for participants and will provide in-depth guidance, necessary support and signposting.

Why it’s Important

Just as physical first aiders undertake refresher courses to keep their skills finely tuned and their reactions and responses sharp, so should Mental Health First Aiders.

With more being understood, discussed and implemented surrounding mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, new actions, responses and terminology are constantly emerging. If your Mental Health First Aiders are kept up-to-date with such changes, via the Refresher courses, they will be knowledgeable in current and appropriate reactions, responses and support. This course content will also cover any new further support channels that have become available.

Topics the mental health Refresher course covers are:

• General discussions about changes or exacerbations to mental health

• Updated knowledge of the factors which affect and trigger mental health, like new and varied forms of stress

• Mental health perceptions, misconceptions and stigmas

• Updated frames of reference and non-judgement conversations

• Refreshed practice of supportive conversations using ALGEE

• New and existing early warning signs and symptoms of mental ill health

• Updates surrounding depression and anxiety

• Further discussion around first aid for suicidal crisis and prevention of suicidal crisis

• Refreshed practice of vital MHFA skills

• Independent self-care, wellbeing and recovery

• An updated list of new useful resources

To continue to help and support mental health in the workplace, ongoing conversations and training must continue to be had so that employees are confident in their knowledge and abilities. Refresher courses can keep participants feeling confident should they need to be called upon in the event of mental ill-health.

Structure of learning

It typically takes 4 hours for a learner to complete the course.

This is structured for the learner in the following way:

• Live session one – 2hr

• Live session Two – 2hr

Timeframe of learning

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

Live Session 1: 7th April 2025 (10:00 - 12:00)

Live Session 2: 8th April 2025 (10:00 - 12:00)

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-mhfa-refresher/

Event Venue

Online