Product Overview: Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing Course Course Title: Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing Description: The Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing course is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills to effectively support individuals facing mental health challenges. Delving into various aspects of mental health nursing, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention, this comprehensive program aims to empower individuals to provide timely and compassionate assistance to those in need. Modules Overview: Module 1: Introduction to Mental Health Nursing In Module 1, participants gain foundational insights into the principles and practices of mental health nursing. Topics covered include an overview of mental health disorders, understanding psychiatric terminology, historical perspectives, and the role of mental health nurses in today's healthcare landscape. Module 2: Assessment and Diagnosis Module 2 focuses on the critical process of assessing and diagnosing mental health disorders. Participants learn about assessment tools, diagnostic criteria, risk assessment, and the importance of cultural sensitivity in evaluating mental health conditions. Module 3: Treatment and Therapy In Module 3, participants explore various treatment modalities and therapeutic interventions used in mental health care. Topics include pharmacological treatments, psychotherapy approaches, alternative therapies, and evidence-based practices for managing diverse mental health conditions. Module 4: Providing Support to Patients and Family Module 4 emphasizes the importance of providing holistic support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges and their families. Participants learn effective communication strategies, crisis de-escalation techniques, psychoeducation principles, and methods for promoting self-care and resilience among patients and their support networks. Module 5: Crisis Intervention and Medication Management Module 5 addresses crisis intervention strategies and medication management practices in mental health settings. Participants learn to identify signs of crisis, implement appropriate interventions, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and support individuals in managing medication regimens safely and effectively. Key Features: Comprehensive curriculum covering key aspects of mental health nursing and support. Practical insights and case studies to enhance understanding and application of concepts. Expert-led instruction from seasoned mental health professionals. Interactive learning activities and discussions to promote engagement and knowledge retention. Resources and tools for ongoing professional development and self-reflection. Target Audience: The Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing course is ideal for healthcare professionals, including nurses, counselors, social workers, educators, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge and skills in mental health support and intervention. Conclusion: By completing the Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing course, participants will emerge with a deeper understanding of mental health disorders, enhanced assessment and intervention capabilities, and the confidence to provide compassionate support to individuals navigating mental health challenges. This course serves as a vital resource for promoting mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and fostering a culture of empathy and support in diverse communities. Course Curriculum Module 1_ Introduction to Mental Health Nursing Introduction to Mental Health Nursing 00:00 Module 2_ Assessment and Diagnosis Assessment and Diagnosis 00:00 Module 3_ Treatment and Therapy Treatment and Therapy 00:00 Module 4_ Providing Support to Patients and Family Providing Support to Patients and Family 00:00 Module 5_ Crisis Intervention and Medication Management Crisis Intervention and Medication Management 00:00
The two-day Adult MHFAider® courses are tailored around supporting adults, and can be attended by anyone from age 16 upwards. A lot of the education settings we work with have now trained a number of Adult MHFAider®’s to support their colleagues as part of their whole-school/college approach to mental health and wellbeing.
FAA Level 2 Award In First Aid For Mental Health (RQF) Classroom (1 day course) or Virtual (3 x 2½ hour sessions) Gives learners knowledge of Mental Health First Aid Gives learners the skills to help those with mental health problems and improve mental health in the workplace Course Contents: What is Mental Health? Why people develop mental health conditions What the role of a mental health first aider is Knowing how to provide advice and practical support Knowing how to recognise and manage stress Understand the impact of substance abuse on mental health Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace Recognising a range of mental health conditions: Depression Anxiety Psychosis Eating disorders Suicide Self-harm Benefits of this course: 37% of all work-related ill-health is due to mental health problems Problems with mental health cover 45% of all working days lost A whopping 12.8 million working days, or 49, 042 years, were lost due to mental health problems in 2018/19 602,000 workers suffered from work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2018/19 One in four people will have a mental health problem at some point during their lives Whether work is causing or aggravating mental health problems, employers have a legal responsibility towards their employees Work-related mental health issues must to be assessed to measure the levels of risk to staff Where a risk is identified, steps must be taken to remove it or reduce it as far as reasonably practicable This full day Mental Health First Aid course gives a good grounding to help others in the workplace Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification Our Mental Health First Aid Courses are nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualifications accredited by First Aid Awards Ltd in association with NUCO Training. This means that you can be rest assured that your Mental Health First Aid Certificates fulfill the upcoming legal requirements and are a very good way to make sure you and your employees have a supporting workplace to deal with staff's mental health conditions. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/3769/2
FAA Level 3 Award In Supervising First Aid For Mental Health (RQF) Classroom (two day course), Virtual (6 x 2 ½ hour sessions) Gives learners knowledge of Mental Health First Aid and associated conditions This course is especially suitable for managers, supervisors and other staff that have the power to make changes in the workplace Course Contents: What is Mental Health? Why people develop mental health conditions What the role of a mental health first aider is Knowing how to provide advice and practical support Knowing how to recognise and manage stress Understand the impact of substance abuse on mental health Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace Recognising a range of mental health conditions: Depression Anxiety Psychosis Eating disorders Suicide Self-harm PTSD Personality disorders Bipolar disorder Schizophrenia Benefits of this course: 37% of all work-related ill-health is due to mental health problems Problems with mental health cover 45% of all working days lost A whopping 12.8 million working days, or 49, 042 years, were lost due to mental health problems in 2018/19 602,000 workers suffered from work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2018/19 One in four people will have a mental health problem at some point during their lives Whether work is causing or aggravating mental health problems, employers have a legal responsibility towards their employees Work-related mental health issues must to be assessed to measure the levels of risk to staff Where a risk is identified, steps must be taken to remove it or reduce it as far as reasonably practicable This two day r employees' mental health and wellbeing Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification Our Mental Health First Aid Courses are nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualifications accredited by First Aid Awards Ltd in association with NUCO Training. This means that you can be rest assured that your Mental Health First Aid Certificates fulfill the upcoming legal requirements and are a very good way to make sure you and your employees have a supporting workplace to deal with staff's mental health conditions. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/3770/9
FAA Level 1 Award In Awareness Of First Aid For Mental Health (RQF) Classroom (4.5 hour course), Virtual (2 x 2 ½ hour sessions) Gives learners a good awareness of Mental Health First Aid Gives learners the skills to start that difficult conversation Course Contents: What is Mental Health? Why people develop mental health conditions What the role of a mental health first aider is Knowing how to provide advice and practical support Knowing how to recognise and manage stress Recognising a range of mental health conditions: Depression Anxiety Psychosis Eating disorders Suicide Self-harm Benefits of this course: 37% of all work-related ill-health is due to mental health problems Problems with mental health cover 45% of all working days lost A whopping 12.8 million working days, or 49, 042 years, were lost due to mental health problems in 2018/19 602,000 workers suffered from work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2018/19 One in four people will have a mental health problem at some point during their lives Whether work is causing or aggravating mental health problems, employers have a legal responsibility towards their employees Work-related mental health issues must to be assessed to measure the levels of risk to staff Where a risk is identified, steps must be taken to remove it or reduce it as far as reasonably practicable This half day course gives people a good awareness of mental health in the workplace For a more complete introduction, see our full day First Aid for Mental Health or two day Supervising First Aid for Mental Health courses Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification This Awareness of Mental Health First Aid Course is a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by First Aid Awards. This means that you can be rest assured that your Mental Health First Aid Certificates fulfil the upcoming legal requirements and are a very good way to make sure you and your employees have a supporting workplace to deal with staff's mental health conditions. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/3768/0
Directions to The Warehouse: The address is: Travel and Parking arrangements: Paid parking is available (attendees are responsible for paying parking fees) From New St Station, follow signs to Moor St station. When you get to Moor St, go down the hill to the side of the station towards the multi-storey car park. At the car park, go left under the railway bridge. Immediately after the railway bridge turn right onto shaws passage, which is quite short. We're on the corner at the end of shaws Passage - walk round the corner onto Allison Street and along past the Cafe to the full glass door with the Birmingham Friends of the Earth hanging sign.
Embark on a transformative journey to become a qualified MHFAider®. Master your skills and learn how to spot and support people with mental health issues and make a difference whether at work, volunteering, or in your community.
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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