Mental Health First Aid Training

This Mental Health First Aid training is proudly delivered by Mood Mental Health Training and led by Brendan Roy, an experienced Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor with over 20 years in education. Brendan has held senior leadership roles and has supported mental health initiatives in secondary schools and across multi-academy trusts.

As an MHFAider®, you will be equipped to:

• Recognise individuals experiencing poor mental health and provide first-level support and early intervention.

• Encourage individuals to identify and access professional help and other support services.

• Practice active listening and empathy.

• Engage in conversations with improved mental health literacy, including understanding language and stigma.

• Gain in-depth knowledge of the MHFAider® role, including boundaries and confidentiality.

• Practice self-care techniques.

• Learn how to use the MHFAider Support App®.

• Access a dedicated text service provided by Shout and ongoing learning opportunities with MHFA England.

This course is perfect for businesses looking to train their staff as MHFAiders®, enabling them to recognise signs of poor mental health, confidently initiate conversations, and direct individuals to the right support.

Upon completion, participants will join the largest community of Mental Health First Aiders in England, the Association of Mental Health First Aiders, gaining access to invaluable resources, continuous learning, and 24/7 digital support. This equips you with the tools and knowledge to perform the MHFA role effectively in the workplace, as a volunteer, or within the community.

Key Details:

• Audience: Suitable for all professionals.

• Format: Choose between classroom training or webinar sessions.

• Group Size: 6 to 12 participants for optimal engagement.

• Duration: 1 to 2 days, depending on the course.

• Post-Course: Recognised qualification.

Other Learner Feedback:

With over 100 Mental Health First Aid courses delivered in the past year, Brendan consistently receives Instructor Feedback scores of 10 out of 10. He is passionate about breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health issues and fostering a more understanding and supportive society.

“I would give Brendan an 11. He's excellent in presenting the Mental Health First Aider course. Despite the heavy nature of the topic, he made it engaging. I’ve gained the confidence to be the best mental health first aider possible.”

“Brendan was a fantastic tutor for the two-day course. His knowledge and passion made the course very enjoyable. Through his real-life scenarios and engaging teaching methods, my understanding of mental health has increased significantly.”

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