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Mental Health Awareness

Accredited by The First Aid Industry Body (FAIB), this half day course is an introductory 4-hour session to raise awareness of mental health within the workplace. This is the equivalent to a Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health.

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for anyone who wants to increase their awareness in Mental Health. 

What will they learn?

It will provide learners with the basic knowledge and necessary skills to recognise the signs of a range of mental health issues. It will give delegates the confidence on how to start a conversation and when to advise a person to seek professional help. 

Learners will not diagnose or treat mental health conditions as this can only be carried out by a healthcare professional.

Pre-Requisites

• The qualification is available to learners aged 14 or over.
• It is recommended that learners should hold a minimum of Level 1 in literacy or equivalent to undertake this qualification.

Course content

• Understand what mental health is, why people develop mental health conditions and the stigma around mental health
• How to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental health condition
• How to recognise and manage stress
• How to recognise a range of mental health conditions

Certificate

On completion of the course, delegates will receive a Mental Health Awareness certificate and is valid for three years from the date of achievement.