Mental Health First Aid (2 Day Course)
Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
The current social, economic, and political situation is putting a major strain on the nations mental health and consequently we are in a mental health crisis, with the cost of mental health problems reaching around £118billion in the UK, and costing UK employers £45 billion a year.
Despite the rise in mental health difficulties, the stigma surrounding mental health still exists and often means people don't talk about it and are therefore reluctant to seek or to receive support. This means people can suffer in silence.
Becoming a Mental Health First Aider is one way which individuals can help. By gaining the knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health, being confident to start a conversation and knowing where to signpost a person to appropriate support, a MHFAider® can feel reassured that they can make a difference.
The MHFA course does not teach you to be a therapist but it does give you an opportunity to develop good listening skills, as well as the confidence to offer reassurance and to be able to offer an initial response to someone who may need support or who may be in a mental health crisis.
As an MHFAider® you will become part of the largest MHFAider® community in England, gaining access to resources, ongoing learning and 24/7 digital support through the MHFAider Support App®. This will give you the tools and knowledge you need to carry out your role effectively and confidently, whether that be in your workplace, or community.
As an MHFAider® you will be able to:
• Recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention
• Encourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other supports
• Practise active listening and empathy
• Have a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigma
• Discuss the MHFAider® role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality
• Practise self-care
• Know how to use the MHFAider Support App®
What You'll Receive:
• A hard copy workbook to support your learning throughout the course
• A digital manual to refer to whenever you need it after completing the course
• A wallet-sized reference card with the Mental Health First Aid action plan
• A digital MHFAider® certificate
• Membership benefits for 3 years which include access to the MHFAider
• Support App® and access to ongoing learning opportunities, resources and exclusive events
• The opportunity to be part of the largest MHFAider® community in England
• The opportunity if you wish, to go on to access the MHFAider® qualification, RSPH Level 3 Award in Mental Health Fist Aid (extra cost applies)
Who Should Become an MHFAider®?:
Anyone who would like to support friends and family, colleagues and others with mental health concerns. No prior expertise is needed, just a willingness to make a difference!
Eligibility: Open to all learners aged 18 or over.
Times: Thursday 16th May 9am-5pm & Friday 16th May 9am-5pm. You must attend both days to receive certification.
Accessibility and Inclusivity
At Venture Zero we want our events to be accessible to everyone, therefore if cost is a barrier, we have a limited number of part funded individual places. Please contact us at info@venturezero.co.uk for further details.
Please let us know if you require any other assistance to access our event.
LOCATION
Cobalt Management Office, 4 Silver Fox Way, Cobalt Central, NE27 0QJ