Mental Health Champion
One days training
Become a MHFA Champion on a one day Mental Health course. Learning takes place through a medley of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities. Our trainers are experienced and create a safe and supportive learning environment that is easy to follow and engaging.
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Two days training, you will gain skills to: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
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Everyone who completes the course gets: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
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What is the course structure?Learning takes places through a medley of group discussions, videos, workshop activities and case studies. The pace is kept light and easy to follow whilst being incredibly thought provoking.
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What are the training options?In-person classroom training: We currently run in-person mental health first aid courses where individual places can be booked. The classroom format is two days training. See locations at bottom of this web page. ​ Online deliveries: Same training and certificate, delivered via live virtual classrooms- Mental health first aid online ​ Private group training: If you have six or more people to train you have the option to chose your own dates and schedule.
Course Outline
Two sessions split over one day
Session 1
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About Mental Health First Aid
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About mental health and stress in the workplace
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Stigma and discrimination
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Depression
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Anxiety disorders
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Other mental health issues (eating disorders, self-harm, psychosis)
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Early warning signs of mental ill health
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Alcohol, drugs and mental health
Session 2
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Suicide
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Applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan
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Action 1: Approach the person, assess and assist with any crisis
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Action 2: Listen and communicate non-judgementally
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Action 3: Give support and information
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Action 4: Encourage the person to get appropriate professional help
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Action 5: Encourage other supports
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Recovery
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Building a mentally healthy workplace
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Action planning for using MHFA
For our two day Mental Health First Aider Course which is more in-depth and qualifies you as a full Mental Health First Aider please see Mental Health First Aider
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Available as private group training for six or more people on your chosen dates.You can also book individual places on our open access courses;
Mental Health Champion Courses
09:15 - 17:00
Booking for six or more people?
You have the option to book private training on your own chosen dates and location. Get in touch - groups@transpiretraining.com