Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) | Farringdon London | 27-28 May 2026
Schedule
Wed, 27 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Federation Of Master Builders | London, EN
About this Event
EVENT DETAILS
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) | Farringdon London | 27-28 May 2026
Duration: 2 Days
Dates: 27th & 28th May 2026 (9am-5pm on both days)
Location: Federation of Master Builders, David Croft House, 25 Ely Place, EC1N 6TD
Value: £325+VAT
What will you receive:
- A Mental Health First Aider certificate upon completion of the course
- Comprehensive course materials that includes a workbook, and a digital manual.
About Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
MHFA is an internationally recognised training programme designed to teach you how to spot the signs of mental ill-health and provide initial support. The course provides you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to start important conversations about mental health and promote positive wellbeing.
What Will You Learn?
The two-day course comprises four engaging sessions delivered through presentations, quizzes, group work, videos, case studies, reflective activities and conversation practice. Upon completion, you will be able to:
- Learn how to provide support, even in a crisis, and potentially prevent crises from escalating
- Identify the early signs of mental ill-health and develop the skills to approach, and
- Help individuals access the support they need, whether through self-help resources, professional services, support groups, or other pathways to recovery
Who Should Attend?
Anyone with an interest in mental health, including employers, HR professionals, educators, community leaders, and individuals who want to make a positive impact.
Why Become a Mental Health First Aider?
- Gain confidence to support those experiencing mental ill-health
- Learn practical skills to make a difference in your community
- Be part of a global movement to improve mental health awareness and support
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM - 12:20 PM
Day 1, Session 1
Info: Introducing MHFA & the MHFAider role, self-care, the MHFA Action Plan, what is mental health? Stigma, stress, an example MHFA conversation, session 1 quiz
🕑: 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Day 1, Session 2
Info: What influences mental health? Mental health continuum. Anxiety. Active listening & empathy. Easting illnesses, self-harm, substance misuse. Conversation practice. Session 2 quiz.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 12:45 PM
Day 2, Session 1
Info: Applying the MHFA Action Plan. Depression. Suicide. Psychosis. Conversation practice. Session 3 quiz
🕑: 01:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Day 2, Session 2
Info: Recovery. Applying the MHFA Action Plan. Boundaries in the role. Session 4 quiz. Conversation practice. Moving forward in the role. Self-care.
Where is it happening?
Federation Of Master Builders, 25 Ely Place, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 390.00
