Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for Youth Practitioners

Wed Jan 15 2025 at 08:45 am to Thu Jan 16 2025 at 05:00 pm UTC+00:00

Oxfordshire Youth, 4150 Chancellor Court, Oxford Business Park, Oxford OX4 2GX | Oxford

Oxfordshire Youth
Publisher/HostOxfordshire Youth
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for Youth Practitioners
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Join us for an engaging workshop where you'll gain essential skills to support mental well-being and create a safe, empathetic environment.
About this Event

Who's invited?
  • This programme is open to all third sector staff and volunteers supporting young people.


Why attend?

Are you committed to making a positive impact on the mental well-being of young people? Our Youth Mental Health First Aid Training is specifically designed to equip youth practitioners like you with the knowledge and skills to support young individuals during critical moments.



What Will You Gain?

In-Depth Understanding:

  • Learn about the mental health challenges young people face and the key factors that impact their well-being.

Practical Skills:

  • Develop the ability to identify triggers and recognize early signs of mental health issues, allowing you to intervene before crises escalate.

Confidence in Crisis:

  • Build the confidence to offer reassurance and support to young people in distress, knowing how to respond effectively and empathetically.

Enhanced Communication:

  • Improve your interpersonal skills with techniques like non-judgmental listening, helping you connect more deeply with those you support.

Guidance for Recovery:

  • Gain knowledge on guiding young people to further support, whether through self-help resources, educational institutions, the NHS, or other services. Learn how to collaborate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies.

Long-Term Support:

  • Learn how to empower young people with long-term mental health issues or disabilities, helping them to thrive in all areas of life.

Self-Care Tools:

  • Acquire strategies to maintain your own mental well-being, ensuring you can continue to support others effectively.




Everyone who completes the course gets:


  • A certificate of attendance to say you are a Youth MHFAider®
  • A YouthMHFAider® manual to refer to whenever you need it
  • A workbook including some helpful tools to support your own mental health

Parking is free and available and refreshments will be provided.



Any other questions?

Please reach out to Nataliia Turban at [email protected] with any further questions you may have.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Oxfordshire Youth, 4150 Chancellor Court, Oxford Business Park, Oxford OX4 2GX, Oxford Business Park, Oxford, United Kingdom

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