Mental Health First Aider Training
We offer initial Mental Health First Aider training as well as the MHFA refresher course. All our training is accredited by MHFA England.
Mental Health First Aid Training
Duration: 2 full days
Group Size: 8 – 16 participants
Delivery Format: In-person or Online
Programme Overview
Mental Health First Aiders play a vital role in supporting workplace mental wellbeing. They are trained to provide support when an employee experiences mental health issues.
Our MHFA accredited course is delivered by experts in workplace mental health.
Outcomes
- Understand the important factors affecting mental ill health.
- Identify the signs and symptoms for a range of mental health conditions.
- Provide Mental Health First Aid to someone experiencing a mental health issue or crisis.
- Listen non-judgementally and hold supportive conversations using the Mental Health First Aid action plan.
- Signpost people to professional help, recognising that Mental Health First Aiders do not replace the need for ongoing support.
Post-training support for MHFAiders
Your team of MHFAiders will be provided with post-training support to set them up for success in their roles.
- 3-year access to the MHFAider Support Package
- A digital MHFA workbook
- An MHFAider lanyard and ALGEE action card
- A hardcopy MHFA manual (optional)
- MHFAider Support App (optional)
MHFA Refresher Training
Duration: 1/2 day
Group Size: 8 – 16 participants
Delivery Format: In-person or Online
Programme Overview
The MHFA course provides lifelong skills. However, MHFA England recommends that MHFAiders refresh their skills every three years. Our MHFA refresher course enables your MHFAiders to brush up on their skills to perform their roles effectively.
Outcomes
- Update their knowledge of mental health
- Maintain awareness of current mental health support
- Practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan
- Access new information and techniques to build mental wellbeing
Testimonial
The trainer was superb. She completely understood the room and made it a safe space within five minutes of the course starting.
MHFA Delegate, Kew
Our MHFA instructors
At The Wellbeing Project, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our facilitators. All of our MHFA facilitators are accredited by MHFA England, and have a proven track record of achieving tangible results.
Sara Brewer: Sara is an accredited MHFA instructor who is passionate supporting mental wellbeing in the workplace. She draws on over 25 years of experience in creative, financial, and legal industries.
Why work with The Wellbeing Project?
Our expert team has put everything in place to ensure that you receive the outcomes you’re looking for
Dedicated support
Your account manager will work closely with you to understand your requirements.
Expert facilitation
All training is led by an MHFA accredited instructors.
A seamless experience
Our client success team takes care of the logistics to ensure a seamless delivery.
Flexible delivery
Our MHFA training courses can be delivered online or in person for 8-16 participants
Get Started Today
Take the first step to training a team of Mental Health First Aiders at your organisation. Get in touch and one of our friendly team will arrange a call.
FAQs
Mental Health First Aiders offer support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges in the workplace. They listen non-judgmentally, provide confidential support, and signpost to further assistance.
Mental Health First Aid training enables your staff to support workplace mental health. Our accredited Mental Health First Aider course equips participants with the skills to recognise the signs of mental health problems or mental illness, provide initial support and guide individuals towards professional care.
Mental Health First Aiders help create a safer, more supportive workplace. They’re trained to spot signs of mental health issues, provide immediate support, and guide colleagues towards professional help if needed. This proactive support reduces stigma, encourages early intervention, and enhances employee wellbeing, leading to a healthier, more engaged workforce.
MHFA Training is open to anyone in an organisation who wants to support mental wellbeing at work. This includes employees, managers, and leaders.
The initial training runs across two full days, and the refresher course is a ½ day course.
Yes. Participants receive a digital MHFAider certificate which is valid for three years.
Similar to a physical first aid course, the Mental Health First Aid Training certification is valid for three years. It is recommended that MHFAiders attend a refresher course every three years.
This depends on the size of your organisation and its specific needs. A general guideline is to have one trained Mental Health First Aider for every 20 employees.
Yes, our Mental Health First Aid Training can be delivered both online and in-person.
Our training is designed for 8-16 participants.
No, it is not mandatory. However, MHFA England recommends that MHFAiders attend a refresher course every three years.
Enquire now
Talk to one of our friendly team about our Mental Health First Aider training.
Enquire now
Talk to one of our friendly team about our Mental Health First Aider training.
The Trainer Was Superb
The trainer was superb. She completely understood the room and made it a safe space within five minutes of the course starting.
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