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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.

This online course trains you as a Youth Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®), giving you: An in-depth understanding of young people’s mental health and factors that affect wellbeing Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues Confidence to reassure and support a young person in distress Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening Knowledge to help a young person recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s through self-help sites, their place of learning, the NHS, or a mix – engaging with parents, carers and external agencies where appropriate Ability to support a young person with a long term mental health issue or disability to thrive Tools to look after your own mental wellbeing Format This is an online course delivered through the MHFA England Online Learning Hub Learning takes place through four live training sessions spread across one to two weeks, with self-learning activities in between. See course structure section below for more detail Each session is built around a Youth Mental Health First Aid action plan We limit numbers to 16 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn Course StructureSession 1: Introduction Individual learning (1 hour 15 minutes): Introduction to the Online Youth Mental Health First Aid course and the Online Learning Hub Activity 1: Why Youth Mental Health First Aid? Activity 2: What is ALGEE? Activity 3: What is mental health? Activity 4: Mental health and stigma Activity 5: Mental health quiz: Impact of mental health Activity 6: Risk and protective factors for mental health Activity 7: The Stress Container Live session (2 hours 35 minutes): Introduction to the course Outline of live session 1, the value of Youth Mental Health First Aid Introduce ALGEE Recap what mental health is Recap the Mental Health Continuum Stigma Recap why Youth Mental Health First Aid is important Recap risk and protective factors The Stress Container The Frame of Reference Session 2: Depression, Anxiety & Self-Care Individual learning (1 hour 15 minutes): Activity 8: Your Stress Container Activity 9: Your Frame of Reference Activity 10: What is depression? Activity 11: What is anxiety? Live session (2 hours 10 minutes): Introduction to live session 2 Recap of homework after live session 1 Recap depression Signs and symptoms of depression in a young person Recap anxiety Signs and symptoms of anxiety in a young person ALGEE for depression and anxiety in a young person ALGEE for depression and anxiety, action 1 ALGEE for depression and anxiety, action 2-5 Self-care and close Session 3: Suicide & PsychosisIndividual learning (1 hour 20 minutes) Activity 12: Adolescent brain development Activity 13: About suicide Activity 14: Suicide risk factors Activity 15: What is psychosis? Activity 16: Lived experience of psychosis Activity 17: ALGEE for psychosis Live session (2 hours 5 minutes) Introduction to live session 3 Recap suicide Explore the impact of suicidal feelings ALGEE for suicidal crisis Practice non-judgemental listening skills Recap psychosis Recap warning signs and symptoms of psychosis Recap ALGEE for psychosis Session 4: Self-harm, Recovery & Action PlanningIndividual learning (1 hour 35 minutes) Activity 18: What is self-harm? Activity 19: What are eating disorders? Activity 20: Resilience Workbook activity 7: My action plan for using Youth Mental Health First Aid (completed after live session) Live session (2 hours 25 minutes) Introduction to live session 4 Recap self-harm, the self-harm continuum Warning signs of self-harm in young people ALGEE for self-harm Recap eating disorders ALGEE for eating disorders Applying MHFA to family and carers; the Recovery Tree Evaluation forms and close

As an organisation that takes seriously the wellbeing of our clients and recognises the significant stresses that leadership and management roles place on those that hold those positions - as well as the general mental health crisis faced across the UK - Leadership Management International (UK) have partnered with the excellent Mindcare Training to promote this Mental Health First Aider course run by Mindcare Director, Louise Larkum.

Open to clergy in active ministry, this workshop is funded by the Clergy Support Trust. Please note this workshop runs over two days, and you must attend BOTH days. Accredited by Mental Health First Aid England, training in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) will equip participants with a practical framework for supporting those experiencing mental health concerns. MHFA Programme Learning Outcomes: Recognise the signs of declining and poor mental health Know how to provide initial help, on a first-aid basis Guide others towards appropriate professional help Be mindful of your own mental health and well-being Understand how to use the MHFA framework within your theological frame of reference and pastoral contexts.

Join us for a 2-day Mental Health First Aid (MHFAider®) course at The Ashcombe School in Dorking! Learn how to provide crucial support during a mental health crisis while gaining the skills to spot early signs of mental health issues. This in-person course creates a safe, supportive environment, with self-care prioritised throughout. Subsidised price: £10. Let's make mental health a normal part of everyday life!

Mental Health First Aid Approved Online Training

Join us for a 2-day Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFAider®) course at The Ashcombe School in Dorking! Learn how to provide crucial support during a mental health crisis while gaining the skills to spot early signs of mental health issues. This in-person course creates a safe, supportive environment, with self-care prioritised throughout. Subsidised price: £20. Let's make mental health a normal part of everyday life!

Join us for a 2-day Mental Health First Aid (MHFAider®) course at The Ashcombe School in Dorking! Learn how to provide crucial support during a mental health crisis while gaining the skills to spot early signs of mental health issues. This in-person course creates a safe, supportive environment, with self-care prioritised throughout. Subsidised price: £10. Let's make mental health a normal part of everyday life!

Providing Guidance & Support for MHFAiders: giving reassurance they are not alone. Our MHFAider guidance & support forums are tailored to provide MHFAiders with the clarity they need to excel in their role. We believe it's important to offer a safe space for MHFAiders to discuss their role, while staying up to date with the latest best practices and information. Mental Health First-Aiders and Champions forum for open discussions, guidance, support, and focus topic learning with a registered Mental Health Nurse.

Become a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and receive 3 years of certification and ongoing benefits. This 2-day course will teach you how to identify signs of poor mental health and confidently provide support. Delivered via Zoom or in person. Includes workbook/manual, e-certificate, and 3yr access to MHFAider® Support App and learning opportunities. Enquire for more details