Adult Mental Health First Aid 2 Day Course

Overview

This 2 Day Adult Mental Health First Aid course has been developed specifically for workplace Mental Health First Aiders. It aims to give those attending a thorough understanding of what mental health is and what can affect a person’s wellbeing. You’ll learn practical skills that will enable you to spot the signs of mental illness, and on completion you’ll have the confidence to step in and offer the right support someone in need.

IMORTANT INFORMATION - From 11th February all delegates are required to wear a face covering whilst inside the training venue (unless eating or drinking).  This also includes those with medical exemptions.  Should you have any questions relating to this change please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team on 01892 543000.

Objectives

On completion of this 2 day mental health training course, candidates will be able to:

• Gain a solid understanding of what mental health is
• Identify factors that can affect wellbeing
• Recognise the signs of mental illness and depression in the workplace
• Understand the impact of mental health issues
• Have the knowledge to carry out physical first aid procedures
• Understand the stigma and discrimination relating to mental health
• Be able to create a supportive mental health culture at work
• Feel confident in approaching someone in distress, to calmly reassure them
• Help someone returning to work, by implementing appropriate mental health support measures

Agenda

This mental health course covers a wide range of issues, starting with some of the basics, such as: 

• What is depression?
• Mental health and the factors that affect it
• What is an anxiety disorder?
• What’s the difference between a mental health episode, crisis and condition?
• Key attributes, roles and responsibilities of a Mental Health First Aider
• Current legislation around mental health
   

It will also look in-depth at a number of mental health conditions including anxiety disorders, Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, PTSD, OCD, self-harm, stress and eating disorders. You’ll learn to recognise the signs of someone in distress and how to offer appropriate support.

Discussions will also include how to spot the difference between a medical emergency and an imminent threat to life. You’ll learn to apply the correct first aid procedures and be able to carry out a risk assessment.

Assessment

At the end of this two-day mental health first aid course, you’ll need to pass the following assessments to gain the Level 3 Award in Mental Health: Workplace First Aider qualification. Results will be sent to you after the course has finished:

• Two multiple-choice question papers
• A practical assessment based on a given scenario

Who Should Attend?

This two-day Adult Mental Health First Aid Course is the ideal course for those who want to gain the skills to have non-judgmental conversations with colleagues and recognise the signs and symptoms of common workplace mental health issues. The aim is that candidates can identify a mental health issue and effectively guide a person towards the right help and support.

Please note, the course focuses on employees in the workplace and covers sensitive issues, which some people may find upsetting, including suicide and self-harm. Those who feel overwhelmed by the subject matter being discussed are free to leave the course at any time.

** Due to the sensitive subject matter, please do not book a colleague on this course without first asking them whether they would feel comfortable attending. 

Prerequisites

Pre-Course reading materials will be sent through once your booking is placed. Please read through before attending the course.

Delegates are required to bring relevant ID, as outlined in the pre-course reading material.

IMORTANT INFORMATION - From 11th February all delegates are required to wear a face covering whilst inside the training venue (unless eating or drinking).  This also includes those with medical exemptions.  Should you have any questions relating to this change please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team on 01892 543000.