Mental Health First Aid Training
- Youth Course -
Mental Health First Aid training tailored specifically to those that work with, and support, young people.
Our Services
Mental Health First Aid Training - Youth Course
Our Youth Mental Health First Aider training is tailor made for people who work with and support young people.
Delivered by a former SENDCo and school Mental Health Coordinator, our training packages will equip you and your team with the skills they need to support the mental health of young people.
Courses
(available online or in person, bespoke CPD packages available)
First Aider
Delivery:
2 day course, delivered over 2 days, or 4 half-day sessions, in person or online.
Content:
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-judgmental listening.
Knowledge to help a young person recover their health by guiding them to further support.
Ability to support a young person with a long term mental health issue or disability to thrive.
Tools to look after your ownmental wellbeing.
Ideal For:
- SENDCos
- Inclusion Leads
- Pastoral Leads
- Wellbeing Coordinators
- Physical Health First Aiders
Price: £280 + VAT*
Champion
Delivery:
1 day course, delivered over 1 day or 2 half-day sessions, in person or online.
Content:
An understanding of common mental health issues and how they can affect young people.
Ability to spot signs of mental ill health in young people and guide them to a place of support.
Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness.
Skills to support positive wellbeing.
Ideal For:
- Heads of House
- Heads of Year
- Middle Leaders
- LSAs/TAs
- Pastoral Workers
Price: £175 + VAT*
Aware
Delivery:
Half day course, delivered over a half day session, in person or online.
Content:
An introductory 3 hour session to raise awareness of young people’s mental health.
Covering some of the common mental health issues affecting young people, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and psychosis.
Skills to work more effectively with young people living with mental health issues.
Ways to support young people with a mental health issue and relate to their experiences.
Ideal For:
- Teachers
- Support Staff
- LSAs/TAs
- Tutors
Price: £95 + VAT*
*Contact us here for group discounts and bespoke pricing.
Course Takeaways:
> Accredited certification in Mental Health First Aid from Mental Health First Aid England
> Knowledge and Skills to support young people with their mental health.
> Resource pack to take back to your organisation to support application of your learning.
Your Instructor:
Greg James
> MHFA England Accredited Instructor Member
> Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) qualified in Mental Health First Aid
> Former secondary school Special Educational Needs & Difficulties Coordinator (SENDCo)
> Former Pastoral Leader and Mental Health & Wellbeing Coordinator
Bespoke Group Packages (for schools & organisations):
FAq
Frequently asked questions...
Just sign up! No pre-requisites required. The Youth or Adult Mental Health First Aider course will take you from having no experience to being a full qualified Mental Health First Aider.
The courses take multiple formats and can vary depending on your requirements. They can either be:
> Four afternoons
> Four evenings
> Four mornings
> Two full days
You'll see all the options in the booking form above, just find the one that works best for you!
You will receive certification from Mental Health First Aid England enabling you to be a Mental Health First Aider. This certification lasts for three years before needing renewal.
Still have a question?
If you cannot find answer to your questions in our FAQ, you can always contact us.
