{"product_id":"mhfa-refresher-online","title":"Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Refresher Online (Instructor-led)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e4-Hour Live Online Refresher for Existing MHFAiders®\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 4-hour refresher gives existing Mental Health First Aiders the chance to renew their skills and update their knowledge of how to support someone experiencing a mental health issue. Completing the refresher also gives a further 3 years of access to MHFAider® support and benefits from MHFA England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe training is delivered by an experienced and qualified MHFA England instructor, using a combination of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho needs the Mental Health First Aid Refresher?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe refresher is only open to people who have previously completed a Mental Health First Aid course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is Mental Health First Aid Refresher training important?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the same way that physical first aid qualifications are refreshed, Mental Health First Aid skills should be kept up to date. Refreshing allows MHFAiders® to carry on in their role confidently and safely, and shows an organisation’s commitment to treating mental health on a par with physical health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Content\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat mental health means\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Stress Container model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactors that influence mental health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSources of workplace stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Mental Health Continuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStigma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALGEE (the Mental Health First Aid action plan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon warning signs of mental ill health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepression and anxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuicide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePsychosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkplace sources of support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe limits of Mental Health First Aid and the importance of self-care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWellbeing and recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an MHFAider® you will be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognise those who may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractise active listening and empathy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss the MHFAider® role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractise self-care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the MHFAider Support App®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess a dedicated text service provided by Shout and ongoing learning opportunities with MHFA England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf day (4 hours)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCertification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMHFA England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo formal assessment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA valid Mental Health First Aid certificate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eValidity of Award\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis certificate does not expire; however, refresher training is recommended every 3 years to keep access to MHFA England online resources, including the MHFAider Support App®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is delivered online by a live instructor using video conferencing software, so you can join from your workplace or home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should Mental Health First Aiders refresh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMHFA England recommends refresher training every 3 years. The certificate itself does not expire, but refreshing keeps your access to MHFAider® support and resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I attend if I haven't done Mental Health First Aid before?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The refresher is only for people who have already completed a Mental Health First Aid course. 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