Mental Health First Aid
Learn to support colleagues with mental health issues. Take this psychological first aid course online.
Fully Accredited
CPD, Gatehouse Awards Approved
Course Description
Course Overview
This psychological first aid course teaches you how to notice and support people with mental health issues at work. It covers stress, employer and employee roles, wellness strategies and practical real-world examples.
What You Will Learn
- Define and understand the importance of Mental Health First Aid
- Develop a greater understanding of mental health issues and the benefits of Mental Health
- First Aid
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of employers and employees in achieving better mental health in the workplace
- Identify the issues of stress in the workplace
- Develop and understand a wellness strategy within the workplace
Course Modules
Introduction
Introduces mental health first aid and the benefits of workplace wellness schemes.
Stress
Covers the effects of stress on individuals and teams and its link to mental health.
Employers' Role
Covers the employer's role in supporting mental health first aid programmes.
The Role of Management
Explains how managers can support mental health in their teams.
Employees' Role: Part 1
Covers what employees can do to support mental health in the workplace.
Employees' Role: Part 2
Practical examples of applying mental health first aid in real situations.
Employees' Role: Part 3
Further guidance on supporting colleagues and signposting to professional help.
