{"product_id":"level-2-award-in-first-aid-for-mental-health-mhfa-course-knowsley-merseyside","title":"Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health (MHFA) in Knowsley, Merseyside (Classroom)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLevel 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health (MHFA) Course in Knowsley, Merseyside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health qualification over one-day provides learners with the knowledge to recognise a range of mental health conditions, how to start a supportive conversation and when and how to signpost a person to seek appropriate professional help. Learners will know how to recognise and manage stress and understand the impact of substance abuse. They will learn about the first aid action plan for mental health, be able to put it in place and know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearners will not diagnose or treat mental health conditions as this can only be carried out by healthcare professionals but will gain the knowledge to identify when a person may have a condition and know where they can go to get help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a classroom in Knowsley, Merseyside, L33 7XN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA regulated qualification has set learning outcomes and assessment criteria. The learning outcomes describe the skills and knowledge a learner will gain by successfully completing the qualification. The assessment criteria state the skills, knowledge and competence a learner will be required to demonstrate during the course assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnow what mental health is, why people develop mental health conditions and the role of a First Aider for mental health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnow how to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental health condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnow how to recognise and manage stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnow how to recognise a range of mental health conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding the impact of substance abuse on mental health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnow how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAssessment Criteria\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.1 Define mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.2 Indicate understanding of the stigma surrounding mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.3 Identify factors that can affect a person's mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.4 Understand the role of a First Aider for mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.1 Outline the advice that should be provided to a person suffering from a suspected mental health condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.2 Know when to contact the emergency services in respect of first aid for mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.1 Identify signs of stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.2 State how stress can be managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.1 Identify signs and\/or symptoms for the following mental health conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePsychosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasting disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuicide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-harm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.1 State potential effects of alcohol and drug abuse on a person's mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.2 Outline potential negative consequences of substance abuse on a person's employment and lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.1 Demonstrate the application of the first aid action plan for mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.1 State the key factors in providing a positive mental health culture in the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.2 Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA range of subjects are covered including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLegalities, responsibilities and reporting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeart attacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDealing with an unresponsive casualty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFractures and spinal injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl of bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChest injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessment of the situation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShock (including Anaphylaxis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsthma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoisoning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprains and strains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpilepsy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResuscitation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBandaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCertification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRQF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe qualification is valid for three years from the date of achievement. 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