This course ensures that you comply with legislation and covers topics that teach skills that can be transferred to a real life situation, including: – To enable trainees to gain a Mental Health First Aid (England) award in Adult – Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) – Spot the early signs of a possible mental health issue – Feel confident in how to offer and provide initial help to a person experiencing a mental health issue – Preserve life where a person may be at risk of harm to themselves or others – Help to stop mental health from getting worse and to give hope to someone who needs guidance – Promote recovery of good mental health – Guide someone towards appropriate treatment and other sources of help – Understand the stigma that exists around mental health – Provide help on a first aid basis

Equipment & Other Requirements

Candidates are required to bring the following equipment on the day of the training:-

• A Form of photo ID (Passport, Driving license, Formal ID Cards)
• If you are attending a First Aid Course we ask that due to the practical content of the course we advise to wear comfortable clothing. There will be some floor work for the Practical when carrying out for CPR.

If attending a refresher course candidate must provide their current certificate on the day of the training

If preferred you can also email us a copy of your certificate prior to attending the course.

This course gives delegates the skills to have a non-judgemental conversation, recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues and effectively guide a person towards the right mental health support. Delegates will gain an in depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing, as well as practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental illness, and the confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress.

This course aims to empower both individuals in the work place and communities to understand the signs and symptoms of mental health issues and how best to support themselves and those around them in recovery.

This course is for trainees who require Adult Mental Health First Aid. It provides the skills, knowledge and understanding of first aid for mental health and how to effectively support those experiencing distress.