Mental Health First Aid
MHFA Training
Two days training for an in-depth look at mental health and the common conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, self-harm and schizophrenia. We also explore suicide and crisis intervention. The training is evidence based, grounded in research and designed to be easily digested and incredibly thought provoking.
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The MHFA programme is practiced worldwide and certification is recognised in over 25 countries. Upon completing the two day MHFA course learners become a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and join a community over 5 million people worldwide who have trained in MHFA skills.
The training gives a thorough understanding of the risk and protective factors effecting mental health and the skills to spot, support and signpost someone who is experiencing a developing mental health issue. Time is also spent enhancing conversation and listening skills, giving the confidence to offer support even in a crisis situation. Very importantly, we also look in-depth at self-care and boundaries of the MHFAider® role so that Mental Health First Aiders can be safe and confident in their role whilst keeping themselves well.
Mental Health First Aid Course Syllabus
Day one
Day two
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Mental Health First Aid ​and the action plan
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The MHFAider® role ​and self-care
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Helpful and unhelpful language ​
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Useful models to support the role
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What influences mental health? ​
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What is anxiety? ​
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Crisis first aid
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Active listening and empathy ​
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What are eating disorders? ​
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What is self-harm? ​
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What is substance misuse? ​
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Applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan
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What is depression? ​
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What is suicide? ​
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Crisis first aid ​continued
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What is psychosis? ​
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Recovery and lived experience ​
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Boundaries in the MHFAider® role
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Moving forward in the MHFAider®â€¯role ​
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My MHFA action plan ​
Mental Health First Aid Course Locations
This above page is for the Adult MHFA courses, see the course outline for Youth MHFA