First Aid for
Mental Health
- Accredited Training
- In-person
Course Overview
Mental Health challenges affect 1 in 4 of us, so being able to offer help and support until professional help is available, or until the concern has passed, is a brilliant skill set for teams and staff across various organisations. When offering first aid to those experiencing mental health challenges, we consider a variety of aims and outcomes, sometimes the simplest being how we offer time, space, and environments conducive to positive mental health.
Mental Health First Aiders will learn to develop positive relationships to encourage the accessing of support when required, they will identify early signs and symptoms of poor mental health, offer supportive conversation free from judgement while maintaining confidentiality, signpost to relevant support and services, work to reduce stigma around mental health within their organisation and assess any risk of harm.
Course Duration
Varies per course requirement.
Suitability
Education Provisions.
Participation
In-person
Certification
Varies per course requirement.
Accreditation
OFQUAL
Learning Outcomes
- Recognise early signs of mental health issues in students and colleagues.
- Build confidence in responding to mental health concerns sensitively and effectively.
- Learn how to create a school culture that prioritises mental health.
- Understand the legal and ethical considerations of mental health support in education.
- Build personal resilience and mental wellness as an educator.
Training Information
Offering help and care to individuals who are experiencing poor mental health is something many of us want to contribute to, it is also something that organisations must consider to actively support those they have a duty of care towards. Employers also have a legal responsibility to support their staff. Work-related mental health challenges must be assessed to consider any risk, and if a risk is identified, employers have a responsibility to assess it and implement measures and support to reduce such a risk as far as reasonably practical. First Aid for Mental Health qualifications are regulated by Ofqual which are listed on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SCQF).
Training Available:
FAA Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health / Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health at SCQF Level 4 (Scotland)
FAA Level 2 Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health / Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health at SCQF Level 5 (Scotland)
FAA Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health / Award in First Aid for Mental Health at SCQF Level 5 (Scotland)
FAA Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health / Award in Leading First Aid for Mental Health at SCQF Level 6 (Scotland)
Course Member Reviews
Teacher
"The clarity of information, emphasis on de-escalation and provision of practical technique made the course really impactful"
Head of School
"The course was really informative and the trainer was kind and spent time working with the needs of our setting to help us support our young people"
Teacher
"The trainer's passion and knowledge was incredible, as well as shared personal experiences, which helped place the emphasis correctly on de-escalation."
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