Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®)
Manageable course run either in-house or on-line.
Training lead by Mental Health First Aid England - Certified First Aid Instructor
Train as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and receive three years of certification, plus access to ongoing benefits.
This course is ideal for individuals who would like to become an MHFAider® to gain the knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health, be confident to start a conversation and signpost a person to appropriate support.
In addition to the course, you will become part of the largest MHFAider® community in England, gaining access to resources, ongoing learning and 24/7 digital support through our MHFAider Support App®, to give you the tools and knowledge you need to carry out the role effectively and confidently, whether that be in your workplace, a volunteer role, or in the community.- What will you learn?
As an MHFAider® you will be able to:
Recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention.
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Encourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other supports.
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Practise active listening and empathy.
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Have a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigma.
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Discuss the MHFAider® role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality.
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Practise self-care.
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Know how to use the MHFAider Support App®
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Know how to access a dedicated text service provided by Shout and ongoing learning opportunities with MHFA England.
Course format
How does it work?
- In person or online - each session is a maximum of 4hours.
- Learning takes place through a mix of instructor led training, group discussions, individual and group activities.
- Each session builds on the previous, enabling the learner to gain confidence in supporting others with a Mental Health First Aid action plan.
- We limit numbers to 16 people per course so that instructors can keep people safe and supported while they learn.
- We strive for all of our learning content to be as accessible and inclusive as possible.
Course takeaways
Everyone who completes the course gets:
A hard copy workbook to support their learning throughout the course
A digital manual to refer to whenever they need it after completing the course
A wallet-sized reference card with the Mental Health First Aid action plan
A digital MHFAider® certificate
Access to the MHFAider Support App® for three years
Access to ongoing learning opportunities, resources and exclusive events
The opportunity to be part of the largest MHFAider® community in England
Being a Mental Health First Aider®
Your guide to the role
Being a Mental Health First Aider can have a profound and positive impact on those around you.
Know more about what the role involves by contacting us today.
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