{"product_id":"mental-health-first-aid-training-course","title":"Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training (E-learning)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMental Health First Aid Training Course\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training course equips select employees with the knowledge they need to provide mental health support within their organisation. Like regular first aid for physical injuries, this course is designed to offer help and support those suffering from a mental health issue, large or small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving a trained first aider on site can go far in helping to identify and alleviate the risks of mental health issues in the workplace. This course includes a theoretical as well as a practical assessment task that users can complete online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8 hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproval body:\u003c\/strong\u003e CPD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully online\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple choice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same day digital certificate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate Validity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 3 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe course explains what mental health is, how it can change over time, and how it affects thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. It introduces common mental health conditions such as stress, anxiety, and depression, and highlights how these may present in a work environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearners will understand how to identify early warning signs, approach conversations sensitively, and support individuals while maintaining appropriate boundaries. The course also outlines the importance of signposting to professional help and internal support systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Take This Course\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHR professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManagers and team leaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth and safety officers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomer service staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers and educational staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst Responders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Content\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course contains the following modules:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eModule 1 – What is Mental Health First Aid\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is Mental Health First Aid?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy Do We Need Mental Health First Aid?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Mental Health Continuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMental Health Resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Mental Health Stigma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eModule 2 – Mental Health Issues and Disorders\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuicide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnxiety Disorder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Anxiety Disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-harm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePsychosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstance Abuse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Risk Factors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eModule 3 – Giving Mental Health First Aid\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecide on Urgency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrgent Actions for Self-harm \u0026amp; Suicide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanic Attacks, Trauma \u0026amp; Severe Psychotic States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-urgent Warning Signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourage Getting Help\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourage Good Mental Health Habits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmediate Supports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eModule 4 – Communication Skills\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunication Aspects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow You Act\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListening Skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow You Speak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunication Barriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eModule 5 – Putting Mental Health First Aid Into Action – Case Studies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this module, learners listen to audio of individuals dealing with a mental health issue to practice assessment. They then listen to a first aider speaking with an individual struggling with an issue and gauge their success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Study 01: Elle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Study 02: Nigel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Study 03: Steph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Study 04: Paula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Study 05: First Aid Interview\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is meant by well-being and mental health in the workplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAims of mental health first aid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is meant by the mental health continuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon mental health conditions and risk factors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRole of the mental health first aider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon treatments and interventions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSources of reliable information and support for first aiders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMental health first aid through case studies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to support anyone showing signs or symptoms of a mental health issue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable in 20+ Languages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCourse subtitles are available in multiple languages, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGerman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDutch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItalian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAssessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo earn their mental health first aid certification, users will complete online theoretical and practical assessments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe theoretical assessment consists of 24 multiple choice questions based on knowledge learned throughout the course. Users must earn a mark of 80% to pass the test. Two attempts are given.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical assessment requires the user to view four case studies of mental health first aid interviews. The users are then asked to answer questions and record a video response to the case studies. All recordings are externally assessed by a qualified mental health nurse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the theoretical and practical assessment are completely online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCertificate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe course certificate includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompany name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCourse name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletion date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpiry date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproval body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA CPD-certified training certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Approval By\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCPD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Is Mental Health First Aid Important?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMental health and well-being issues are a problem not just in workplaces, but across the UK. On average, around 1 in 4 people experience some form of mental health problem on a yearly basis, according to MFHA England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies also reveal that nearly one in seven experience mental health problems in the workplace, while around 13% of all sickness absence is due to mental health issues. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are also still being felt, as more and more young workers report feeling anxious – highlighting the necessity for youth mental health first aid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis training helps workers seek help and encourages them to focus on their mental well-being. It is important to gain awareness of the issues and approach such situations with caution and sensitivity. It also helps learn the mental health first aider responsibilities and how to identify various types of mental ill health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Mental Health First Aid Online Training\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mental health first aider may simply provide someone with an ear to listen when they are feeling stressed. But they also are trained to spot the signs of more severe issues and crises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving someone trained in mental health first aid in the workplace can go far in supporting a positive culture of mental health. It also contributes to supporting employee health and well-being, which can be beneficial for both their personal and professional improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur course provides an understanding of various types of mental ill health and potential signs that someone is suffering. It then works through the steps of offering help to that individual. 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