Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®)

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. Train to be a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and receive three years of certification, plus access to ongoing benefits.   

The course will be run over 4 days:

Wednesday 20^th September   9.30am – 1.30pm (4 hours)

Thursday 21^st September   9.30am – 1.30pm (4 hours)

Wednesday 27^th September   9.30am – 1.30pm (4 hours)

Thursday 28^th September 9.30am – 1.30pm (4 hours)

Course Outcomes:

• Recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention 
• Encourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other supports 
• Practise active listening and empathy 
• Have a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigma 
• Discuss the MHFAider® role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality 
• Practise self-care 
• Know how to use the MHFAider Support App® 
• Know how to access a dedicated text service provided by Shout and ongoing learning opportunities with MHFA England 

You will also receive:

• 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 

The cost is £300 incl VAT per person, cheaper than MHFA England run them!

To book your place, please visit https://mhfaengland.org/book-a-course/course-details/?id=a92b5d10-1814-ee11-8f6c-000d3adf7d8e