Adult Mental Health First Aid Course FREE
Adult MHFA Two Day course qualifies you as a Mental Health First Aider. This course is FREE for SMEs in five core areas
About this event
New Leaf is working with the Somerset Public Health Team to deliver workplace emotional wellbeing training to small and medium sized (SME) businesses across Somerset.
The focus is on supporting those who have been impacted by covid through the virus itself, experience of lockdown or the impact of the recession.
The course is FREE for SME's, sole traders and micro providers working in:
- Visitor Economy
- Arts and entertainment
- Construction
- Health and social care
- Farming and agriculture
Adult MHFA Two Day course qualifies you as a Mental Health First Aider. This course is now being delivered online using Zoom only. We have trained over 300 people as Mental Health First Aiders.
This course covers the areas listed below but not in this order.
Mental Health First Aiders have:
- An in depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing
- Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues
- Confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress
- Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening
- Knowledge to help someone recover their health by guiding them to further support - whether that’s self-help resources, through their employer, the NHS, or a mix
What to expect - This course is now held online.
Session 1
Why Mental Health First Aid?
The Mental Health First Aid action plan
What is mental health?
Impact of mental health issues
Stigma and discrimination
What is depression?
Symptoms of depression
Risk factors for depression
Depression in the workplace
Session 2
Suicide figures
Alcohol, drugs and mental health
First aid for suicidal crisis
Non-judgemental listening skills
First aid for depression
Treatment and resources for depression
Self-care
Session 3
What is an anxiety disorder?
First aid for anxiety disorders
Crisis first aid after a traumatic event
Alcohol, drugs and anxiety disorders
Treatment and resources for anxiety disorders
Cognitive distortions and CBT
Personality disorders
Eating disorders
Self-harm
Session 4
What is psychosis?
Risk factors for psychosis
Alcohol, drugs and psychosis
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Warning signs of developing psychosis
Crisis first aid for acute psychosis
Treatment and resources for psychosis
Recovery and building resources
Action planning for using MHFA
FAQs
Does the venue have disabled access? Its ONLINE
Do I have to attend both days?
Yes This course is a 16 hour course so both days are non negotiable.
What are the timings of the Live online sessions
9.30am am till 11.30am and 2pm till 4.30pm on both day.
How much home study do I have to do? 8 hours
Individual learning – 1hr ( prior to the session starting)
- Live session one – 2hr 30 min
- Individual learning – 2hrs
- Live session two – 2hrs 30min
- Individual learning – 2hrs the evening of day 1
- Live session three – 2hrs 30mins
- Individual learning – 2hrs
- Live session four – 2hr 30min
Each live session includes a 10min break.
Individual learning will be a mix of reading, videos, and workbook activities
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
No its sadly not transferrable.
Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?
No the booking name needs to be the same as the person who attends for registration purposes.
Will I automatically pass the course?
No, It's important that the whole course is attended not the start and finish times on each day. We expect all participants to mirror the values of Mental Health First Aid and participate fully in the two day workshop.
Why should I train with New Leaf?
You will become part of our New Leaf network of Mental Health First Aid Trainers. You will be kept updated. You will be able to attend free events. You will be able to gain support when needed.
Will I get a refund if I cant attend?
If you have received the packs from MHFA England we will ask for them to be returned. These are normally sent out 14 days before the training start date . The value of this course is £300 so we ask if you choose not to attend to return all materials to us.
What do I get as part of my training?
Everyone who completes the course gets:
A certificate of attendance to say they are a Mental Health First Aider
A manual to refer to whenever they need it
A quick reference card for the Mental Health First Aid action plan
A workbook including a helpful toolkit to support their own mental health
A copy of the Line Managers' Resource, an invaluable source of advice on how to support an employee experiencing mental ill health
Our Autumn outcome study shows
Overall 91% reported that Mental Health First Aid Training had a positive impact on their workplace.
98% felt their knowledge and confidence to support those with mental health issues within their workplace has improved as a result of training with us.
73% felt the culture of the workplace had changed and there was more acceptance of employees being absence due to mental health issues
For testimonials please visit https://www.newleaf.uk.com/about/testimonials/
For more frequently asked questions please visit https://www.newleaf.uk.com/services/mental-health-first-aid-course-online/
Here are testimonials from previous courses https://www.newleaf.uk.com/about/testimonials/
This course is valued at £300.00 per place.
