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Just like physical first aid, we recommend that Mental Health First Aiders and MHFA Champions attend a Refresher course every three years.

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This one-day Suicide First Aid training course gives learners the knowledge and tools to understand that suicide is one of the most preventable deaths and some basic skills can help someone with thoughts of suicide stay safe from their thoughts and stay alive.

The course is a four-hour refresher session for those who have completed the Mental Health First Aid two day course. Just like physical first aid, we recommend you refresh your skills regularly and keep up-to-date.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) awareness is a short course, designed to provide delegates with a basic understanding of mental health and an introduction to Mental Health First Aid. This course raises awareness of mental health issues in the workplace. Learning objectives: What mental health is and how to challenge stigma. A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues. An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing. Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue

In support of this year's World Suicide Prevention Day, all ticket fees for Tuesday 10th September 2024 are donated to The Ripple Suicide Prevention Charity - find out more about them here! Course Overview Teaching the theory and practice of suicide intervention skills that can be applied in any professional or personal setting, this programme is delivered over 3.5 hours as a suicide prevention awareness session. We use only the most experienced suicide prevention trainers to deliver this unique learning experience: for anyone who seeks greater understanding and confidence to intervene with people at risk of suicide.  The Suicide First Aid Lite (Virtual) course gives learners the knowledge and tools to understand that suicide is one of the most preventable deaths and some basic skills can help someone with thoughts of suicide stay safe from their thoughts and stay alive.  Course Content SFA Lite is comprised of 2 parts, each 90 minutes duration. The programme teaches the skills needed to identify someone who may be thinking about suicide and to pass the person onto a suicide first aider.  Part 1: Introduction to the session; programme, ourselves and suicide prevention Stigma and survivors of bereavement by suicide and the Hidden Toll Suicide thoughts and suicide behaviour Intention of behaviour versus outcome of behaviour Possible causes of suicide thoughts Suicide – the ripple effect Part 2: ‘I’m really glad you told me’ audio visual Suicide Safety Guidance Recognising and asking about suicide Referring a person onto suicide first aiders Suicide First Aid Lite (Virtual) training offers learning outcomes that are knowledge based and factual. This training can be used as a stand-alone programme or as the first part of a journey to learn suicide prevention skills.  The one-day programme Suicide First Aid through Understanding Suicide Interventions is a City & Guilds qualification programme and the next step for people wanting a more in-depth practise-based approach to the learning. The information in SFALV is easy to grasp for people of all skill levels and those with no prior knowledge of the subject. It is designed to meet the needs of virtual groups and could be used as a forerunner to the one-day Suicide First Aid Programme.  Evidence Base Two independent evaluations in 2016 and 2017 by Dr Paul Rogers demonstrated significant statistical change in 14 of 19 measures. Increased confidence and reduced anxiety in dealing with suicide, were among the leading outcomes.  Format Taught over 3.5 hours using tutor facilitated socratic learning, tutor-led practise sessions, mini lectures, group work and audio-visual presentations. This is a has some interactive elements and is an emotionally engaging learning experience.  Pre-training requirement No previous experience or training is necessary. Participants will be asked to self- reflect and empathise with a person having thoughts of suicide. There is no expectation on participants to share personal experiences.  Who should attend?  Multi-sector managers and practitioners including health, housing, social care, education, criminal justice, call centre operators, private, voluntary and public sector workers and community groups or members. 

Splat has teamed up with Hummingbird who's engaging two-day course qualifies you as a Mental Health First Aider, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to make a real difference. The course offers an in-depth exploration of mental health, including the factors that can affect well-being. You’ll gain practical skills to identify triggers and signs of mental health issues, along with the confidence to step in, reassure, and support someone in distress. You’ll also develop enhanced interpersonal skills, such as non-judgmental listening, and learn how to guide individuals toward recovery by connecting them with appropriate resources—whether through self-help, their employer, the NHS, or a combination of these options. The course is interactive, featuring group activities, presentations, discussions, and videos, all structured around a comprehensive Mental Health First Aid action plan. As part of the program, you’ll receive a full set of MHFA First Aider materials, access to a subscription-only support app, a 24/7 helpline, and ongoing webinars and CPD opportunities. Upon completion, you’ll receive an MHFA manual for ongoing reference and a certificate to confirm your status as a qualified MHFAiders®. “Absolutely, the best training I've EVER been on” Dave Scholes, 6 Connections

CPD Accredited, Interactive Short Course 2 hr session Do you know what a heart attack or a stroke really is? Would you know what to do to ensure the best possible outcome? Course Contents: How the Heart Functions (overview) Coronary Arteries and Collateral Circulation Atherosclerosis Angina Pectoris Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack) Treatments and First Aid Treatments Stroke Haemorraghic Stroke, Ischaemic Stroke, Transient Iscaemic Attacks Signs & Symptoms of strokes First Aid Treatment Risk Factors for Angina, Heart Attacks and Strokes Benefits of this Short Course: Learning from home is a good way to keep one's skills and knowledge up to date Over 900,000 people in the UK live with heart failure In the UK, there are more than 100,000 hospital admissions each year due to heart attacks There are also more than 100,000 strokes in the UK each year Would you know what to do to save their life? You can make a huge difference, so join our webinar to find out how

This workshop equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively intervene and support individuals who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts. Participants will learn to recognise the signs of suicidal ideation, confidently engage in supportive conversations, and create practical suicide-safety plans as part of a first aid approach.

Course Overview Teaching the theory and practise of suicide intervention skills that can be applied in any professional or personal setting, captured in a one-day event accredited by City and Guilds of London. We use only the most experienced suicide prevention trainers to deliver this unique learning experience: for anyone who seeks greater understanding and confidence to intervene with people at risk of suicide. The Suicide First Aid through Understanding Suicide Intervention (SFAUSI) course gives learners the knowledge and tools to understand that suicide is one of the most preventable deaths and some basic skills can help someone with thoughts of suicide stay safe from their thoughts and stay alive.  Course Content SFAUSI is comprised of 4 parts, each 90 minutes duration. The programme teaches and practices the skills and knowledge needed to identify someone who may be thinking about suicide and competently intervene to help create suicide- safety as a first aid approach.  Part 1  Introduction to: the day; programme; ourselves and suicide prevention Stigma, Survivors of bereavement by suicide and the Hidden Toll Suicide thoughts and suicide behaviour Intention of behaviour Versus Outcome of behaviour Possible Causes of Suicidal thoughts Part 2 Suicide – the Ripple Effect Population-based approach to suicide prevention Partnership working Working with attitudes and values “I’m so glad you told me” - Audio visual Part 3 Meeting the needs of a person who is thinking about suicide Suicide-Safety Guide Step 1 – Recognising suicide and asking about suicide Step 2 – Understanding options Part 4 Step 3 – Safeguarding suicide Suicide-safety and self-care The risk assessment approach Suicide and suicide gestures Future learning Format Taught over 6 hours using tutor facilitated Socratic learning, tutor-led practice session, mini lectures, group work and audio-visual presentations. This is a highly interactive and emotionally engaging learning experience.  Pre-training requirement No previous experience or training is necessary. Participants will be asked to self-reflect and empathise with a person having thoughts of suicide. There is no expectation on participants to share personal experiences.  Who should attend?  Multi-sector managers and practitioners including health, housing, social care, education, criminal justice, call centre operators, private, voluntary and public sector workers and community groups or members.  Accreditation Participants can choose to register for the City and Guilds accredited unit of learning for an additional fee of £85 per person. This involves completion of a written assignment.