Mental Health
Aware
An introduction to mental health, signs of poor mental health and available supports.
Mental Health
Aware
An introduction to mental health, signs of poor mental health and available supports.
Mental Health Aware
1/2 day course
Online
A half-day (approx. 4 hours) introductory course. It aims to raise basic awareness of mental health, introduce common issues, challenge stigma, and provide an introduction to self-care.
It serves as a foundation level course suitable for all staff.
Raise mental health awareness across your entire organisation with this introductory MHFA England course.
Participants gain a foundational understanding of mental health, learn how to challenge stigma, and discover basic support and self-care skills using the 'Take 10 Together' toolkit.
Mental Health Aware
1/2 day course
Online
A half-day (approx. 4 hours) introductory course. It aims to raise basic awareness of mental health, introduce common issues, challenge stigma, and provide an introduction to self-care.
It serves as a foundation level course suitable for all staff.
Raise mental health awareness across your entire organisation with this introductory MHFA England course.
Participants gain a foundational understanding of mental health, learn how to challenge stigma, and discover basic support and self-care skills using the 'Take 10 Together' toolkit.
Mental Health Aware
1/2 day course
Online
A half-day (approx. 4 hours) introductory course. It aims to raise basic awareness of mental health, introduce common issues, challenge stigma, and provide an introduction to self-care.
It serves as a foundation level course suitable for all staff.
Raise mental health awareness across your entire organisation with this introductory MHFA England course.
Participants gain a foundational understanding of mental health, learn how to challenge stigma, and discover basic support and self-care skills using the 'Take 10 Together' toolkit.
Other Training Courses
Overview
A compact introduction to mental health awareness.
In this half-day course, you’ll learn how to spot early signs of mental health issues and promote well-being in your personal or professional life.
Course Overview
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health challenges are more prevalent than ever, impacting one in four individuals annually.
Despite this, stigma and misunderstanding often prevent open conversations and timely support. By becoming Mental Health Aware, you equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and promote a culture of empathy and support.
Mental Health Aware is an introductory training programme developed by MHFA England, designed to raise awareness of mental health. Similar to first aid, it provides the foundational skills to offer initial support until professional help is available or the crisis resolves.
Through a blend of interactive presentations, group discussions, and practical workshops, our accredited instructors guide you to:
Recognise the signs of mental health issues
Challenge stigma and foster open conversations
Support individuals in distress
Maintain your own mental well-being
Course Overview
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health challenges are more prevalent than ever, impacting one in four individuals annually.
Despite this, stigma and misunderstanding often prevent open conversations and timely support. By becoming Mental Health Aware, you equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and promote a culture of empathy and support.
Mental Health Aware is an introductory training programme developed by MHFA England, designed to raise awareness of mental health. Similar to first aid, it provides the foundational skills to offer initial support until professional help is available or the crisis resolves.
Through a blend of interactive presentations, group discussions, and practical workshops, our accredited instructors guide you to:
Recognise the signs of mental health issues
Challenge stigma and foster open conversations
Support individuals in distress
Maintain your own mental well-being
Course Overview
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health challenges are more prevalent than ever, impacting one in four individuals annually.
Despite this, stigma and misunderstanding often prevent open conversations and timely support. By becoming Mental Health Aware, you equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and promote a culture of empathy and support.
Mental Health Aware is an introductory training programme developed by MHFA England, designed to raise awareness of mental health. Similar to first aid, it provides the foundational skills to offer initial support until professional help is available or the crisis resolves.
Through a blend of interactive presentations, group discussions, and practical workshops, our accredited instructors guide you to:
Recognise the signs of mental health issues
Challenge stigma and foster open conversations
Support individuals in distress
Maintain your own mental well-being
Outcomes
The MHFA Refresher course is to help MHFAiders: Keep their knowledge, awareness, and skills of mental health support current Update their knowledge of mental health and what influences it Practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan Once you have completed your MHFA Refresher course, you will be certified for three years and will be invited to become or stay a member of our Association of Mental Health First Aiders – making sure you have everything you need to feel confident when supporting others.
Outcomes
The MHFA Refresher course is to help MHFAiders: Keep their knowledge, awareness, and skills of mental health support current Update their knowledge of mental health and what influences it Practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan Once you have completed your MHFA Refresher course, you will be certified for three years and will be invited to become or stay a member of our Association of Mental Health First Aiders – making sure you have everything you need to feel confident when supporting others.
Outcomes
The MHFA Refresher course is to help MHFAiders: Keep their knowledge, awareness, and skills of mental health support current Update their knowledge of mental health and what influences it Practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan Once you have completed your MHFA Refresher course, you will be certified for three years and will be invited to become or stay a member of our Association of Mental Health First Aiders – making sure you have everything you need to feel confident when supporting others.
Format
This is a half day course delivered either face-to-face or online. When booking individual places, these courses are online only Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions, and workshop activities. We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn We strive for all of our learning content to be as accessible and inclusive as possible.
Format
This is a half day course delivered either face-to-face or online. When booking individual places, these courses are online only Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions, and workshop activities. We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn We strive for all of our learning content to be as accessible and inclusive as possible.
Format
This is a half day course delivered either face-to-face or online. When booking individual places, these courses are online only Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions, and workshop activities. We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn We strive for all of our learning content to be as accessible and inclusive as possible.
Takeaways
Everyone who completes the course gets: A workbook delivered to an address to support their learning throughout the course A digital manual to refer to whenever they need it after completing the course A digital certificate By refreshing and joining the Association of Mental Health First Aiders, you will have access to: The MHFAider Support App®. Access to features such as a 24/7 text support service, signposting to a national database of health services, and insights that teach critical self-care skills The MHFA England Online Learning Hub. This includes resources such as course manuals and MHFAider® guides First-hand insights. Learn from real people sharing their honest and lived experiences of mental health conditions Online networking. Invites to exclusive quarterly webinars to help you carry out your role as an MHFAider with confidence, skill, and care
Takeaways
Everyone who completes the course gets: A workbook delivered to an address to support their learning throughout the course A digital manual to refer to whenever they need it after completing the course A digital certificate By refreshing and joining the Association of Mental Health First Aiders, you will have access to: The MHFAider Support App®. Access to features such as a 24/7 text support service, signposting to a national database of health services, and insights that teach critical self-care skills The MHFA England Online Learning Hub. This includes resources such as course manuals and MHFAider® guides First-hand insights. Learn from real people sharing their honest and lived experiences of mental health conditions Online networking. Invites to exclusive quarterly webinars to help you carry out your role as an MHFAider with confidence, skill, and care
Takeaways
Everyone who completes the course gets: A workbook delivered to an address to support their learning throughout the course A digital manual to refer to whenever they need it after completing the course A digital certificate By refreshing and joining the Association of Mental Health First Aiders, you will have access to: The MHFAider Support App®. Access to features such as a 24/7 text support service, signposting to a national database of health services, and insights that teach critical self-care skills The MHFA England Online Learning Hub. This includes resources such as course manuals and MHFAider® guides First-hand insights. Learn from real people sharing their honest and lived experiences of mental health conditions Online networking. Invites to exclusive quarterly webinars to help you carry out your role as an MHFAider with confidence, skill, and care
Content
The Stress container Recap on what is mental health Mental Health continuum MHFAider role Mental Health First Aid action plan (ALGEE) Frame of Reference Conversation practice Boundaries Self-care
Content
The Stress container Recap on what is mental health Mental Health continuum MHFAider role Mental Health First Aid action plan (ALGEE) Frame of Reference Conversation practice Boundaries Self-care
Content
The Stress container Recap on what is mental health Mental Health continuum MHFAider role Mental Health First Aid action plan (ALGEE) Frame of Reference Conversation practice Boundaries Self-care