Description
Mental Health First Response is an initial response to distress and all participants on the course understand that this help is given only until other suitable or professional help can be found. This Mental Health First Aid course trains the candidate to be a Mental Health First Responder in the workplace and to deal with immediate mental health issues. Participants will develop skills in asking appropriate questions, listening without judgement. They will also learn how to write a mental health action plan, a self-care plan and giving guidance about where to signpost those with mental health problems.
Candidates will become more informed about how to respond to a mental health crisis and what the most common mental health problems are. The course does not train people to be mental health workers. It offers basic general information about mental health problems.
Trainers are qualified trainers and have a background working in mental health or have a lived experience with mental health issues. They undergo a rigorous quality assurance process annually.
The first part of the course is our online module, done at your own pace. This is 7 hours of learning and includes questioning which forms part of the course assessment. This module must be completed before the second part of the course which is 7 hours (1 day) of practical, face-to-face, scenario based training.
Our 2 Day Mental Health First Responder course is priced at the same rate as our 2 day physical first aid courses.
Accreditations
First Aid Training Co-operative exceed the HSE Employers' Due Diligence requirements for first aid training providers.
We have ISO9001, ISO14001, & ISO45001 Certification and are also members of the Federation of First Aid Training Organisations and Co-operatives UK.
You can rely on our quality assured systems for the correct accreditation of your course.
We are a Living Wage Accredited employer, and a carbon neutral company. We are in business for good.
CPD Points
The following organisations award CPD points to their members for completing this course:
Mountain Training Association - 2 Points
Paddle Scotland - 20 Points
Simply upload your certificate on completion of the course to the relevant members' portal to qualify
Certificate Validity
3 Years
Course Content List
- Role and responsibilities of a Mental Health First Responder
- The mental health continuum including the recovery message
- Early warning signs of mental health distress
- Signs of mental health illness; anxiety (PTSD), depression, addictions (alcohol and drugs), eating disorders, Psychosis (Schizophrenia, Bi-Polar), borderline personality disorder
- Signs of issues classed as poor mental health: ADHD, Self-harm, Autism, Hormonal change, Suicide
- The impact of neurodivergence on mental health
- The Suicide Question and suicide intervention
- FIRST Incident Procedure to deal with mental health issues in the workplace
- Listening & questioning skills
- How to reassure and assist in a mental health crisis
- Identify support and signposting opportunities – nationally and regionally
- Be able to use self-care actions to maintain the mental well-being of MHFR and person with mental health issues
- Mental Health Policy and practice in the workplace
Upcoming Events
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Tue 22 Sep 2026
4 weeks totalSessions
In Person
Tue 22 Sep 2026 08:45 - Tue 22 Sep 2026 17:00Inverness Youth Hostel, InvernessInverness Youth Hostel, Inverness- £170.00 excl. VAT
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Mon 26 Oct 2026
4 weeks totalSessions
In Person
Mon 26 Oct 2026 08:45 - Mon 26 Oct 2026 17:00Chatelherault Country Park, HamiltonChatelherault Country Park, Hamilton- £170.00 excl. VAT
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Fri 20 Nov 2026
4 weeks totalSessions
In Person
Fri 20 Nov 2026 08:45 - Fri 20 Nov 2026 17:00EICA:Ratho, EdinburghEICA:Ratho, Edinburgh- £170.00 excl. VAT
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Tue 9 Feb 2027
4 weeks totalSessions
In Person
Tue 09 Feb 2027 08:45 - Tue 09 Feb 2027 17:00Inverness Youth Hostel, InvernessInverness Youth Hostel, Inverness- £170.00 excl. VAT
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Mon 26 Apr 2027
4 weeks totalSessions
In Person
Mon 26 Apr 2027 08:45 - Mon 26 Apr 2027 17:00Chatelherault Country Park, HamiltonChatelherault Country Park, Hamilton- £170.00 excl. VAT
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Fri 21 May 2027
4 weeks totalSessions
In Person
Fri 21 May 2027 08:45 - Fri 21 May 2027 17:00EICA:Ratho, EdinburghEICA:Ratho, Edinburgh- £170.00 excl. VAT
Can't find the right course for you?
We offer a wide range of courses across the UK. To see our full course listings, click here. Questions? Need something more bespoke or at your venue? Browse our private course listings below:
Enquire about booking a Private First Aid Course
We can run Private First Aid Courses at any suitable venue, for groups of up to 12 participants per trainer. Private courses can be tailored to almost any situation or context that your organisation or group requires.
Please complete the form linked below to let us know a bit about your requirements, and we'll be in touch as soon as we can. Alternatively, call the office and talk to one of us to discuss your situation and how we can help deliver the best course for you.
03334 330731 - Freecall from any mobile or landline
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