What is Mental Health First Aid?
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an internationally recognised training course which teaches people how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and provide help on a first aid basis.
MHFA England training won’t teach you to be a therapist, but just like physical first aid, it will teach you to listen, reassure and respond, even in a crisis. Adult MHFA England courses are for everyone aged 16 upwards.
Every MHFA England course is delivered by a quality assured Instructor Member who has attended our Instructor Training programme accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health, and is trained to keep people safe and supported while they learn.
What will I learn?
Learning takes place through a mix of group activities, presentations and discussions.
The 1 day awareness and skills course which will teach you to:
− Recognise the main signs and symptoms of common mental health issues
− Provide initial support
− Guide a person towards appropriate professional help
− Be mindful of your own wellbeing
− Develop an understanding of how you can create and maintain a healthier workforce or community
How will attending an MHFA England course help?
Research and evaluation shows that taking part in an MHFA England course:
- Raises awareness and mental health literacy
- Reduces stigma around mental ill health
- Boosts knowledge and confidence in dealing with mental health issues
- Promotes early intervention which enables recovery
There are no upcoming dates for this course