Mental Health First Aid (2 days)

What does a Mental Health First Aid course involve?

The course is delivered across two days through a mix of presentations, discussions and group activities. Staff must attend both days to qualify as a Mental Health First Aider.
Staff will learn about a range of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders. At the end of the course they will be able to:

• Recognise a range of symptoms of mental health issues
• Provide initial help
• Guide a person towards appropriate professional help

How will attending a Mental Health First Aid Course help?

Independent research and evaluation shows that taking part in an MHFA course

• Raises awareness and mental health literacy
• Reduces stigma around mental ill health
• Encourages attendees to start a conversation with a person who may be experiencing a mental health issue
• Gives attendees key skills to aide a person experiencing a mental health issue

Who should attend? ​All staff working with students. All staff interested in promoting mental wellbeing. All staff interested in becoming a Qualified Mental Health First Aider.

Everyone who completes the course receives a copy of the Higher Education MHFA manual which is an excellent reference and support resource.
Attendees also get a certificate to say they are an MH First Aider - someone with the skills and confidence to provide initial help to a person who is experiencing a mental health problem. The first aid is given until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis is resolved.

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