MFAE Mental Health First Aid England First Aider accredited

Overview

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a training course which teaches people how to identify, understand and help someone who may be experiencing a mental health issue

Learning

• This two
• day course trains you as a Mental Health First Aider, giving you:
• An in
• depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing.
• Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues.
• Confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress.
• Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non
• judgemental listening.
• Knowledge to help someone recover their health by guiding them to further support
• whether that’s self
• help resources, through their employer, the NHS, or a mix.

Other

Everyone who completes the course gets:
– A certificate of attendance to say you are a Mental Health First Aider.
– A manual to refer to whenever you need it.
– A quick reference card for the Mental Health First Aid action plan.
– A workbook including a helpful toolkit to support your own mental health.

Completion of the course gives learners the opportunity to join the Association of Mental Health First Aiders, which gives exclusive access to a wide range of resources including training events and research. It also gives access to the MHFAider app, offering 24/7 support. There are quarterly webinars to help carry out the role with confidence, skill and care.

Assessment

Quantitative assessment (For example: exam, quiz, written assignments, or a risk assessment)

Trigger Warning:
This course contains material that addresses sensitive subjects, including but not limited to violence, abuse, mental health issues, discrimination, and trauma. Some participants may find certain content distressing. Individuals are encouraged to prioritise their wellbeing and may take a break or step away from the session at any time. Support is available through internal organisational channels and external professional services. A list of relevant support resources will be provided at the conclusion of the session.