MHFA ENGLAND
Mental Health First Aider

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AIDER (MHFAIDER®)

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This course is for those who would like to  become a Mental Health First Aider, whether in the workplace or as an individual, to gain knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health and be confident to start a conversation and signpost to support.​ 

In addition to the course, you will gain access to ongoing learning and the MHFAider App®. 

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As an MHFAider® you will be able to: 

• Recognise those experiencing poor mental health and provide 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 support App® 

• Know how to access a dedicated text service by Shout  

 
Format

• Online and face-to-face course available

• Each course is delivered over two days, or four mornings/afternoons. 

• Learners will be trained over four live sessions, covering 14 hours of content.​ 

• Learning takes place through a mix of instructor training, group discussions, individual/group activities. 

• Each session builds on the previous, enabling the learner to gain confidence in using the MHFA action plan. 

• Numbers are limited to 16 per course so learners can be kept safe and supported.

• Learning content will be as accessible and inclusive (please contact if additional support is required). 

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Everyone who completes the course gets: 

• A hard copy workbook to support their learning. 

• A digital manual to refer to  after completing the course 

• A wallet-sized reference card with the Mental Health First Aid action plan​ 

• A digital MHFAider® certificate  

• Access to the MHFAider Support App® for three years 

• Membership to the Association of Mental Health First Aiders  

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This course is available online, in-company or at a Rejuvenate venue.

Open and private courses available.

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​Cost

£325 Per Person