Become Mental Health Aware

Mental Health Aware Course

This course is ideal for: 

  • Individuals looking to improve their understanding of mental health
  • Managers and team leaders looking to create a more supportive workplace
  • Anyone interested in building an open, stigma-free culture

The Mental Health Aware Course offers an introduction to mental health, designed to increase mental health awareness and give learners the confidence to support others. This engaging half-day course is ideal for anyone who wants to broaden their understanding of mental health, challenge stigma and learn how to offer initial support to someone in need. Delegates will gain an introduction to common mental health conditions, tools for self-care and the confidence to learn how to talk openly about mental health at work – and beyond.


What you’ll learn:

Over fours hours (online or in-person), you’ll gain understanding, knowledge and skills in the following areas:

  • A basic understanding of mental health and mental health conditions
  • Increased awareness of factors that can affect wellbeing
  • The confidence to start conversations around mental health
  • Knowledge of how to look after your own mental wellbeing
  • Insight into how to support someone in distress
  • Information on how to guide someone towards further professional support
  • Understanding mental health stigma
  • Common mental health issues: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, psychosis and self-harm
  • Risk factors including stress, alcohol and drugs
  • How to spot signs of mental distress
  • Supporting others and maintaining healthy boundaries
  • Self-care strategies


Why Become Mental Health Aware?

Mental health affects every one of us – whether it’s our own wellbeing, a colleague, friend or loved one. Yet, stigma, uncertainty and a lack of knowledge can stop us speaking up or offering support. Whether you’re a team member, manager or simply care about those around you, the Mental Health Aware Course gives you the tools to make a real difference. 


Delivery & format:

Length: half-day

Cost: £130pp

Format: Interactive session available as an open course or tailored to just your team and delivered wither online or in-person

Group size: we typically work with small groups but we can accommodate a maximum of 24 if required

Facilitator: Al. Chester, Lead MHFA Trainer

What’s included?

Certificate of attendance to say you are now Mental Health Aware

A Mental Health Firsat Aid manual to refer back to whenever you need it

A workbook full of tools, resources and space for reflection

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Contact Us To Become Mental Health Aware

Don’t hesitate to contact us to ask about our Mental Health aware Course, or any of our courses. Drop us an email to book your place on one of our courses or enquire with us about bespoke training sessions for your organisation. We look forward to hearing from you!

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