This course is available as either an online or face-to-face training session.
This one-day course trains you as an MHFA Champion, giving you:
· An understanding of common mental health issues
· Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness
· Ability to spot signs of mental ill health
· Skills to support positive wellbeing
Format: One day face-to-face or Online course
This is a one-day course delivered either face-to-face or via online video conferencing
Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities
We limit numbers to 16 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn
Session 1
· About Mental Health First Aid
· About mental health and stress in the workplace
· Stigma and discrimination
· Depression
· Anxiety disorders
· Other mental health issues (eating disorders, self-harm, psychosis)
· Early warning signs of mental ill health
· Alcohol, drugs and mental health
Session 2
· Applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan
· Action 1: Approach the person, assess and assist with any crisis
· Suicide
· Action 2: Listen and communicate non-judgementally
· Action 3: Give support and information
· Action 4: Encourage the person to get appropriate professional help
· Action 5: Encourage other supports
· Recovery
· Building a mentally healthy workplace
· Action planning for using MHFA