1 Day Mental Health First Aid

1 Day Mental Health First Aid

NUCO
This is a 1 day course.
14 places max
This course is ideal for
Anyone wishing to increase their mental health awareness.

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Course Aims

The aim of this course is to give candidates an awareness of mental health issues.

Course Content

Please note that this course discusses sensitive topics, which includes but is not limited to suicide, mental illnesses, self harm and eating disorders.

  • Know what mental health is, why people develop mental health conditions and the role of a First Aider for mental health
  • Know how to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental health condition
  • Know how to recognise and manage stress
  • Know how to recognise a range of mental health conditions
  • Understand the impact of substance abuse on mental health
  • Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place
  • Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace

Qualifications Obtained

Completion Certificates are issued by FAA (First Aid Awards).

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirement is a good understanding of spoken and written English

Additional Information

The Mental Health First Aid course does not train people to be mental health workers. It offers basic general information about mental health problems.

The knowledge presented and understanding developed in the course helps to remove stigma and fear and to give confidence in approaching a person in distress.