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Give a deeper understanding of the issues that impact on and relate to people’s mental health
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Teach practical skills that can be used every day, including being able to spot the signs and symptoms of mental health issues and feel confident guiding people towards appropriate support.
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Independent research and evaluation shows that taking part in an MHFA course:
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Raises awareness and mental health literacy
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Reduces stigma around mental ill health and feel confident guiding people towards appropriate support
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Boosts knowledge and confidence in dealing with mental health issues
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Encourages people to start a conversation with a person who may be experiencing a mental health issue
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Promotes early intervention which enables recovery
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Each student that completes the course will receive a certificate from MHFA England to say you’re a Mental Health First Aider.
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MHFA won’t teach you how to be a therapist, but it will give you the skills and confidence to assist someone suffering mental distress to seek appropriate support
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All aspects of mental health are covered on the two day adult course and a list of local self help and professional support is provided to students on all courses along with the comprehensive MHFA manual and workbook
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One Day Champions Course
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Our one day mental health awareness and skills course qualifies you as an Adult MHFA Champion.
MHFA Champions have:
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An understanding of common mental health issues
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Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness
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Ability to spot signs of mental ill health
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Skills to support positive wellbeing
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We limit numbers to 16 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn.
The day includes a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities. You will get an MHFA manual to keep and refer to whenever you need it.
When you complete the day you'll get a certificate to say you are an MHFA Champion.
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The course is delivered in two sessions encompassing:
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About Mental Health First Aid
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About mental health and stress in the workplace
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Stigma and discrimination
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Depression
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Anxiety disorders
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Other mental health issues (eating disorders, self-harm, psychosis)
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Early warning signs of mental ill health
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Alcohol, drugs and mental health
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MHFA Half Day Course
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This four hour course is a short but informative introduction to mental health awareness.
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The session is a mix of instructor presentation and group interaction. The instructors provide a safe learning environment and support delegates through the whole course.
Key benefits
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Delegates will:
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gain an understanding of the issues surrounding mental health
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gain an insight into how and why positive and negative mental health affects business
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be able to work more effectively with people experiencing mental health problems
At the end of the course, delegates will receive a certificate of attendance and a manual containing further information and resources