Mental Health First Aid Training should be provided for all business sectors and organizations. It is estimated that one in four people in the UK will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. Mental health problems are common, with most being mild and short-term. Mental health refers to how we think, feel and behave.
Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health problems. Often a reaction to a difficult life event.
Liverpool Training Solutions are now offering a selection of Mental Health First Aid courses at different levels including the accredited Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health.
Subjects covered including in this Training:
- What is First Aid for Mental Health?
- Identifying mental health conditions
- Providing advice and starting a conversation
- Drugs and alcohol
- First Aid for Mental Health action plan
- First Aid for Mental Health in the workplace
- A large range of Mental Health conditions covered in detail
For multi-site organisations it is important that there is always a Mental Health First Aider available to support employees at each location.
Full Mental Health First Aid Courses:
Introduction to Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Level 1
Half-day course is aimed at providing learners with the knowledge to identify suspected mental health conditions and the skills to start a conversation and be able to signpost the person towards professional help – learners will know how to recognise and manage stress.
Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Level 1
Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Level 2
1 Day Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – The level 2 course covers the content of the Level 1 course but also expands on the effects of drugs and alcohol, incorporates the First Aid for Mental Health Action Plan and covers ways in which a positive mental health culture will be supported in the workplace.
Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Level 2
Supervising Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Level 3
Supervising Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace 2 Day course goes into detail on a wide range of mental health conditions and the support and help provided by healthcare professionals. Includes content of both Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications. Ideal for supervisor level within the workplace.
Supervising Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Level 3
For more information on our Mental Health First Aid training courses and how we can help you find the right training courses for your business and your staff, please email us. Alternatively, call us on 0151 515 0416 and ask to speak with one of our training consultants.