First Aid Mental Health (MHFA) enables the learner to recognise common signs and
symptoms of an individual whose mental health may be in crisis and to assist them through
implementing the mental health first aid action plan.
The learner will gain awareness of mental health conditions and how to support and
empathise with individuals who are going through a difficult time. The learner will gain
knowledge in what signs maybe concerning and when to seek professional help for the
individual.
Course Overview
Know what mental health is and why people may develop mental health conditions and the role of a Mental Health First Aider,
● Know how to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental
health condition.
● Know how to recognise and manage stress.
● Know how to recognise and identify a range mental conditions and suicide.
● Understanding the impact of substance abuse on mental health
● Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place
● Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace.
This course is ideal for anyone who leads a team, or any member of the public with an interest in
supporting others who are displaying mental health issues. Attendees will be given the necessary
skills and knowledge to assist people who are experiencing stress or distress due to mental health
conditions.
While there is presently no legal requirement for this training in Ireland, we can only
encourage employers to have as many MHFA and employees aware of mental health issues
in the workplace as possible so they can take the appropriate steps to help the individual in
need.
However, we would advise you to speak to your employees before they attend for training.
Do they have an interest in supporting others with any mental health issues, are they
comfortable with attending this course and do they have the time in their current role to
support others?
Course Aim
Following attendance, employees will be able to identify the signs of mental health issues and
implement appropriate and timely interventions to support colleagues experiencing a mental health
issue.
Course Objectives
On completion of this course, participants will:
● Understand what mental health is, why people develop mental health conditions, and the
role of a Mental Health First Aider
● Know how to provide advice and practical support to a person presenting a mental health condition
● Know how to recognise and manage stress
● Know how to recognise and identify a range of mental conditions and suicide
● Understand the impact of substance abuse on mental health
● Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place
● Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace
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