Mental Health First Aid Training

A 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.

Having someone trained in mental health first aid in the workplace can go far in supporting a positive culture of mental health. It also contributes in supporting employee health and well-being which can be beneficial for both their personal and professional improvement.

Our mental health first aider 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. This may range from simply listening to them discuss what’s bothering them, to encouraging them to look after themselves or speak to their GP, to responding to a potential suicide risk.

Mental 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 Mental Health First Aid (MFHA) England.

Studies 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.

This course 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.