Overview of Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid is now one of the most important life skills in Britain. One in four adults in the UK faces mental health problems each year. With over 350,000 professionals working in the NHS, private hospitals, and community services, the mental health sector is growing fast. Mental Health First Aid training helps people learn how to give support in a mental health crisis, build better workplaces, and save lives.
This Mental Health First Aid course teaches clear, useful information based on real research. It covers many topics, from mental health problems in children to how to help someone in a crisis. You will learn how to spot early signs of mental health issues, understand conditions like personality disorders, and offer helpful support. The training also looks at mood disorders, eating disorders, and how to prevent suicide. All lessons are made simple so anyone can understand and apply them in real life.
The mental health sector brings £118 billion to the UK economy each year and offers many job options. Mental Health First Aid skills are needed in healthcare, schools, offices, and more. This course helps you become more confident in giving help when someone is struggling. You’ll be ready to offer support and help create a safe and caring space at work or in your community. Mental Health First Aid gives you the tools to truly make a difference.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this Mental Health First Aid course, you will be able to:
Identify common mental health problems in children and teenagers
Use Mental Health First Aid skills during mental health emergencies
Spot signs of stress, anxiety, and personality disorders
Understand conditions like schizophrenia, mood disorders, and eating disorders
Apply suicide prevention methods and respond to self-harm situations
Understand mental health laws, workplace rules, and available support services
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for:
Healthcare workers who want to improve how they support patients in hospitals, clinics, and mental health units
Teachers, school counsellors, and education staff who want to help students facing mental health problems or behaviour issues
HR teams, managers, and wellbeing officers looking to make their workplaces more supportive and aware of mental health needs
Emergency responders, social workers, and volunteers who work with people going through mental health crises
Family members and carers who want to better understand how to support loved ones with mental health conditions
Process of Evaluation
After studying the Mental Health First Aid Course, your skills and knowledge will be tested with an MCQ exam or assignment. You have to get a score of 60% to pass the test and get your certificate.
Certificate of Achievement
Certificate of Completion - Digital / PDF Certificate
After completing the Mental Health First Aid Course, you can order your CPD Accredited Digital / PDF Certificate for £5.99. (Each)
Certificate of Completion - Hard copy Certificate
You can get the CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate for £12.99. (Each)
Shipping Charges:
Inside the UK: £3.99
International: £10.99
Requirements
You don’t need any educational qualification or experience to enrol in the Mental Health First Aid course.
Career Path
Completing this Mental Health First Aid course could lead to rewarding jobs like:
Mental Health Nurse – £24,000 to £40,000 per year
Mental Health Support Worker – £18,000 to £25,000 per year
Counsellor – £20,000 to £35,000 per year
Mental Health First Aid Trainer – £25,000 to £45,000 per year
Workplace Wellbeing Coordinator – £22,000 to £38,000 per year
Course Curriculum
Mental Health First Aid
Module 1: Introduction to Mental Health 00:13:00
Module 2: Overview of Mental Health First Aid 00:14:00
Module 3: Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders 00:13:00
Module 4: Stress and Anxiety Disorders 00:22:00
Module 5: Schizophrenia 00:25:00
Module 6: Personality Disorders 00:36:00
Module 7: Mood Disorders 00:20:00
Module 8: Eating & Sleeping Disorders 00:41:00
Module 9: Self-Harm and Suicide 00:18:00
Module 10: Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness 00:30:00
Module 11: Social Attitudes to Mental Illness 00:12:00
Module 12: Mental Health Legislation and Services 00:28:00
Module 13: Mental Health in the Workplace 00:22:00
Module 14: Approach and React To People in Mental Health Crisis 00:27:00
Assignment
Assignment - Mental Health First Aid 00:00:00