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Accredited Ofqual regulated national qualification in First Aid for Mental Health

‍All of our training courses are presented by fully trained and accredited mental health professionals: psychotherapists, psychologists, who are members of leading industry bodies - BACP, BPS, UKCP - ensuring that the content is presented in a safe and professional manner.

1. Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health in the Workplace
2. Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health in the Workplace
3. Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health
4. Level 2 Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health
Level 3 Award in Supervising first aid for mental health in the workplace

This 2 day course builds upon the level 2 award and covers a wider range of mental health conditions. Greater depth of detail on mental health problems and discussion of therapy and professional support that a person may need. The course is suitable for all but aimed at HODs or those in a supervisory position and who have responsibility for implementing a positive mental health culture within an organisation.

Course Content

A range of subjects are covered, including:

  • What is First Aid for Mental Health?
  • Identifying mental health conditions
  • Providing advice and starting a conversation
  • Drugs and alcohol
  • First Aid for Mental Health action plan
  • First Aid for Mental Health in the workplace
  • A large range of Mental Health conditions covered in detail
Certification

Upon successful completion of the qualification assessment, Learners will be awarded the Ofqual regulated Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health (RQF)/Award in Leading First Aid in Mental Health at SCQF Level 6. This qualification is valid for three years from the date of achievement.

Supporting Materials

Everyone who completes the course gets:

  • A certificate of attendance to say you are certified
  • A logo to use on your signature
  • First Aid for Mental Health e-manual
  • Qualification certificate
Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health

The 1 day course is suitable for everyone. Learners gain comprehensive skills and knowledge on a range of mental health conditions. Learners who complete the course will be considered first aiders for mental health. They can be a point of contact within the workplace to support those who may have mental health issues.

Course Content

Our Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health delivers a minimum of 6 hours of classroom based theory and practical instruction and is designed to instruct up to a maximum of 16 delegates. This training is delivered either face to face or online and takes place through a mix of guided learning and self study approx 50/50 split.

  • What is First Aid for Mental Health?
  • Identifying mental health conditions
  • Providing advice and starting a conversation
  • Drugs and alcohol
  • First Aid for Mental Health action plan
  • First Aid for Mental Health in the workplace
  • 1:1 assessment test to pass
Supporting Materials

Everyone who completes the course gets:

  • A certificate of attendance to say you are certified
  • A logo to use on your signature
  • First Aid for Mental Health e-manual
  • Qualification certificate
Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health

The Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health is an entry-level Ofqual (RQF) certified course for mental health awareness. Our Awareness Course delivers approx 3 hours of guided learning for up to a maximum of 16 delegates. This half day course is aimed at providing delegates with the knowledge and skills to start a supportive conversation, reduce stigma and be able to signpost the person towards professional help.

Course Content

A range of First Aid for Mental Health related subjects are covered, including:

  • What is First Aid for Mental Health?
  • Identifying mental health conditions
  • Providing advice and starting a conversation
  • Stress and Anxiety
Certification

A Level 1 Award in Awareness for First Aid for Mental Health will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment. There is no expiry of the qualification, but annual refresher training is recommended.

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