This one day course trains you as a Youth MHFA Champion, giving you:
- An understanding of common mental health issues and how they can affect young people
- Ability to spot signs of mental ill health in young people and guide them to a place of support
- Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness
- Skills to support positive wellbeing
Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA®) courses are for everyone who works with, lives with or supports young people aged 8-18. They will teach you the skills and confidence to spot the signs of mental health issues in a young person, offer first aid and guide them towards the support they need.
On completion of this course, you will receive:
- A certificate of attendance to say you are a Youth MHFA Champion
- A manual to keep and refer to whenever you need it
Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities.
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| Â | Third Sector, Education & Community Organisations | Statutory and Business |
| Per Person | £125 | £175 |
| Group Rate (8-16 participants) |
£1360 | £2000 |
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.
