Mental Health First Aiders (2 Days)

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Take a Mental Health First Aiders Course with Safety First Aid Training

Work-related mental health issues are now costing the UK economy £54.7 billion each year with nearly 10% of UK adults taking time off in the past year due to mental health issues (45% lasting a month or longer).

The fact that 45% of employees have said that they don’t feel comfortable discussing mental health concerns with their managers, but 47% feel that an open dialogue could help to improve their mental health shows the need for Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace. This is where Safety First Aid Training can help.

What is Mental Health First Aid?

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an internationally recognised training course designed to teach people how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and provide help on a first aid basis. The course teaches participants to listen, reassure and respond, even in a crisis.

Adult MHFA courses are for everyone aged 16 and up. Every course is delivered by a quality assured instructor who has attended the Mental Health First Aid Association’s Instructor Training Programme. The training programme is accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health and is trained to keep people safe and supported while they learn.

What to Expect on Our Mental Health First Aider Course

Learning on the course takes place through a mix of group activities, presentations and discussions, built around a Mental Health First Aid action plan.

We limit the number of space available on each course to 12 people, so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn.

Resources Provided

• Everyone who completes the course gets an MHFA manual to keep and refer to whenever needed.
• Participants also receive a copy of the Line Managers’ Resource, an invaluable source of advice on how to support an employee experiencing mental ill health.

Course Certification

Upon completion of the course, participants will become a qualified Mental Health First Aider receiving a certificate from Mental Health First Aid England to corroborate this.

Although there is no expiry date on the certificate, MHFA England recommends that you re-sit the course every three years in order to keep yourself up to date with knowledge and techniques.

Course Contents

By taking part in our 2-day Mental Health First Aiders course you will gain:

• An in depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing
• Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues
• Confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress
• Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening
• Knowledge to help someone recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s self-help resources, through their employer or NHS, or a mix

How Will Attending a MHFA Course Help?

Research has shown that taking a Mental Health First Aid course can help by:

• Raising awareness and mental health literacy
• Reducing stigma around mental ill health
• Boosting knowledge and confidence in dealing with mental health issues
• Promoting early intervention which enables recovery

Why Choose Safety First Aid Training?

• Trusted by Leading Brands
  Our training is relied upon by top names including British Airways, University of London, Ibis Hotel, Yeo Valley, City of London, Airbus, Swietelsky, Titan Wealth, and River Island.

• Proven Excellence
  With nearly 100,000 learners trained, our First Aid courses have made a lasting impact across industries.

• Over 60 Years of Expertise
  As a leader in the first aid training industry for over 60 years, we consistently deliver quality education and practical skills.
• Outstanding Success Rate
  Benefit from our 99% pass rate, with a free resit available in the unlikely event of failure.
• Proven Quality
  Boasting a 4.9-star rating on Trustpilot and Google, our training is trusted for its quality, relevance, and effectiveness.

Enrol today and equip yourself with the essential skills to make a real difference. Either book on to one of the dates below or contact us now on 020 8203 7447 or email training@sfag.co.uk.