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Mental Health First Aid - 2 day

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About the Mental Health First Aid - 2 day

The MHFA England 2-day Mental Health First Aider course qualifies delegates as a Mental Health First Aider, the mental health equivalent of a physical first aider. Delegates learn to spot the early signs of mental ill health, to support a colleague in distress, and to signpost them to appropriate professional help.

Delivered to the MHFA England standard, the course builds confidence to start a conversation about mental health, listen without judgement, and respond in a crisis. It covers a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, suicidal feelings, self-harm, eating disorders and psychosis, and the practical role of the first aider in the workplace.

It is a strong fit for organisations building a supportive culture, and it complements management training such as the IOSH Managing Safely course, which covers stress and wellbeing as a workplace hazard. Mental health is increasingly recognised as a serious issue in construction in particular.

The certificate qualifies you as a Mental Health First Aider for 3 years, with a refresher recommended to requalify.

Who it's for

  • People appointed as designated Mental Health First Aiders within an organisation
  • HR professionals, line managers and people leaders
  • Supervisors and managers responsible for team wellbeing
  • Anyone wanting in-depth knowledge to support workplace mental health
  • Health and safety staff broadening into wellbeing
  • Employers building a supportive mental health culture

Entry requirements

  • No prior qualifications are needed
  • Delegates should be in a position to use the skills and signpost colleagues
  • A willingness to take part in discussion, as the course is interactive
  • The course covers sensitive topics, so delegates should be comfortable with the content

What you'll achieve

  • An MHFA England Mental Health First Aider certificate, valid for 3 years
  • The ability to spot the early signs and symptoms of mental ill health
  • The confidence to start a supportive conversation and listen without judgement
  • Knowledge of how to support a colleague in a crisis and signpost professional help
  • An understanding of a range of conditions and how to respond to each
  • A place on the MHFA England register of qualified first aiders
  • The skills to help build a supportive culture in your workplace

What you'll learn on the Mental Health First Aid - 2 day

1
Mental health awareness
Stigma, the spectrum of mental health and common conditions.
2
Anxiety and depression
Recognising the signs, supporting a colleague and knowing when to escalate.
3
Suicide and crisis intervention
The action plan for a crisis, difficult conversations and immediate support.
4
Self-harm, eating disorders and psychosis
Recognising these conditions and responding supportively.
5
Workplace wellbeing
Building a supportive culture and understanding your role as a first aider.

Mental Health First Aid - 2 day FAQs

The MHFA England Mental Health First Aider certificate is valid for three years, with a refresher recommended to requalify.
It runs over two days, which providers may deliver as two full days or split into shorter sessions.
No. This qualifies you as a Mental Health First Aider, the mental health equivalent of a physical first aider. It does not cover physical first aid.
Designated mental health first aiders, HR, line managers and anyone responsible for supporting colleagues. Organisations often train several people across their teams.
Yes. On completion you are listed on the MHFA England register of qualified Mental Health First Aiders.
Yes. It is available as a live online course as well as in person, delivered to the same MHFA England standard.
No. There are no prerequisites, although you should be in a position to use the skills and signpost colleagues.
Yes. It covers suicide, self-harm, eating disorders and psychosis, so delegates should be comfortable discussing sensitive subjects.
Very much so. Mental ill health is a recognised and serious issue in construction, and many sites now train mental health first aiders.
Prices vary by provider, location and whether you choose a classroom or online place. Compare live dates and prices at the top of this page.
MHFA England offers a refresher course to requalify and keep your certificate current beyond the three years.
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