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Mental Health First Aid Training Course

MHFA England registered training course teaching practical skills to recognise, support and respond to mental health issues in the workplace.

Mental Health First Aid Training Course Training Course

Mental Health First Aid Training Course

This course raises awareness of mental health, teaches practical skills for starting supportive conversations, and provides a toolkit for maintaining personal wellbeing. Delegates explore common mental health conditions, workplace impacts, early‑intervention strategies and how to support colleagues experiencing distress. The course is registered with MHFA England and delivered by a qualified instructor. Training is interactive, combining group activities, discussions, quizzes and shared practice to build confidence and understanding.

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In‑House vs Open Courses

In‑house courses are private sessions delivered exclusively for a group of people from your organisation, on a date that suits you, with the option to tailor the content to your staff and setting.

Open courses are public Equality and Diversity UK training dates that anyone can book onto, ideal when you only need training for one or two people.

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What the Course Covers

It covers:

  • What mental health is and how to challenge stigma
  • Basic knowledge of common mental health issues
  • Looking after your own mental health and wellbeing
  • Mental Health Continuum
  • Factors that affect mental health
  • Stress and stress management
  • Spotting signs of distress
  • Confidence to support someone experiencing a mental health issue

Mental Health Conditions

  • Depression
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Eating disorders
  • Suicide
  • Self-harm
  • Recovery

The Mental Health First Aid course (MHFA) aims to teach delegates to:

  • Spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health
  • Provide help on a first aid basis

Learning takes place through group and individual activities, trainer presentations, quizzes and discussions. Delegates can share practice, ask questions and access resources to support ongoing development.

The course is open to everyone and delivered by a qualified MHFA instructor.


Aims of the Course

This course will raise your awareness, understanding and skills and will teach you to:

  • Recognise the main signs and symptoms of common mental health issues
  • Provide initial support
  • Reflect on your own wellbeing
  • Create and maintain a healthier workforce or community
  • Promote early intervention to enable recovery
  • Share knowledge of social, cultural, lifestyle and age‑related mental ill health issues

Outcomes

By the end of the day delegates will be able to:

  • Recognise signs and symptoms of common mental health issues
  • Provide initial support
  • Guide a person towards appropriate professional help
  • Be mindful of their own wellbeing
  • Develop an understanding of how to maintain a healthier workforce or community

Course Structure and Cost

All our courses are tailored to ensure the training reflects your organisation’s goals and priorities.

Delivery Options

The course can be delivered face to face or online, via Zoom or Teams.

Delegate Numbers
  • Online sessions: maximum of 15 delegates
  • Face‑to‑face sessions: recommended maximum of 20 delegates

Course Fees

  • £595 for a half‑day session
  • £895 for a full‑day session
  • In addition, each delegate will need the MHFA Aware Manual and Workbook bundle - £15.50 per delegate
  • Two half‑day sessions delivered on the same day are charged at the full‑day rate

Please note: the half‑day rate is not always available for face‑to‑face sessions.

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