Become an MHFA Champion
Training an an MHFA Champion is for those looking to increase their understanding and knowledge of mental health in the workplace and advocating for mental health awareness
MHFA Champions
Ideal for: Anyone with people-management responsibilities
Course length: One day
Cost: £200pp
An MHFA Champions Course covers:
The basics of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and how to implement a step-by-step action plan in a mental health crisis
An in-depth look at key skills to utilise when using MHFA, such as non-judgemental listening
Mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety disorders, as well as eating disorders, self-harm and psychosis
Key information about mental health stigma and discrimination, how it can present and how to combat it
Early warning signs of mental ill-health, plus early intervention techniques
Workplace wellness information and stress-management skills for building a mentally healthy workplace
The link between mental ill-health, alcohol and other substances
During the course, MHFA Champions will learn:
An understanding of common mental health issues
Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness
Ability to spot signs of mental ill-health
Skills to support positive wellbeing
Why Become an MHFA Mental Health Champion?
A Mental Health Champions Course equips learners with the skills and confidence to start conversations and raise awareness around mental health in the workplace. Mental Health Champions can lead and educate their colleagues and co-workers around Mental Health in the workplace, enabling positive discussions and an open culture around mental health at work. Mental Health. Champions don’t need any prior experience of working with mental health, or any lived experience of mental health issues, just a willingness to raise awareness and a desire to support positive mental health in the workplace.
What will delegates take away from the course?
Everyone who completes the MHFA Champions Course will receive:
A certificate to say you are an MHFA Champion
A workbook which includes a toolkit to help support your own mental health
A digital manual to refer to whenever needed
A reference card for the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan
