Intro
Train as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and receive three years of certification, plus access to ongoing benefits.
This course is ideal for individuals who would like to become an MHFAider® to gain the knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health, be confident to start a conversation and signpost a person to appropriate support.
Outcomes
As an MHFAider® you will be able to:
- Recognise and support people who may be experiencing poor mental health
- Signpost to sources of professional help and other support
- Practise active listening and empathy
- Speak confidently about mental health language and stigma
- Understand the boundaries and confidentiality of the MHFAider® role
- Practise self-care
Takeaways
On completion of this course, you will receive:
- A hard copy workbook to support learning throughout the course
- A digital manual to refer back to
- 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
Course Plan
- Course led by an approved MHFA England Instructor
- Each session is a maximum of 3hrs 45mins, covering 14 hours of content in total
- Learning takes place through a mix of instructor led training, group discussions, individual and group activities
- Each session builds on the previous, enabling you to gain confidence in supporting others with a Mental Health First Aid action plan
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Cost
| Third Sector, Education & Community Organisations | Statutory and Business | |
| Per Person | £240 | £300 |
| Group Rate (8-16 participants) |
£2400 | £3200 |
In addition, charges are added for Instructors’ travel expenses, accommodation and refreshments if outside West Essex, and any venue hire costs incurred.
This course requires a minimum of 8 participants to run, and has a maximum capacity of 16 participants.
