MHFA Refresher
Format
Face to face or Virtual
Number of participants
8 - 25 Participants
Duration
4 hours
Course overview
This introductory four-hour session raises awareness of mental health.
- An understanding of what mental health is and how to challenge stigma
- A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues
- An introduction to looking after their own mental health and maintaining wellbeing
- Confidence to offer support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue
Format
- This is a half-day course delivered either face to face or online
- Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions, and workshop activities
- We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn
- In just four hours, Mental Health First Aiders will:
- Renew their skills
- Update their knowledge of mental health supports
- Practise applying the MHFA action plan
Learning outcomes
- Recognise those who 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 role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality
- Practise self-care
- Know how to use the MHFAider Support App®
- Know how to access a dedicated text service provided by Shout and ongoing learning opportunities with MHFA England®
- Learn beyond the course through membership of the Association of Mental Health First Aiders
Who should attend
We believe that mental health should be treated equally to physical health – and just like physical first aid, Mental Health First Aid training should be kept up to date. The refresher must be done within six months of the three-year renewal date.
Cost per session
£2600
Pre-training requirement
