MHFA England® 2-Day Mental Health First Aid Course

Become a certified Mental Health First Aider and gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to support mental health in the workplace and beyond.

This accredited 2-day MHFA England course provides a comprehensive understanding of mental health and wellbeing, helping participants recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues, start supportive conversations, and guide individuals towards appropriate professional support. Participants also learn how to respond effectively in a mental health crisis while maintaining healthy boundaries and self-care.

What you’ll learn:

  • Understanding mental health and wellbeing
  • Recognising signs of common mental health conditions
  • Supporting someone experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, or a mental health crisis
  • Developing non-judgemental listening and communication skills
  • Using the MHFA action plan to provide initial support
  • Signposting individuals to appropriate professional help and resources
  • Promoting positive mental health and reducing stigma

Who should attend?

Suitable for managers, supervisors, HR professionals, team leaders, educators, healthcare staff, and anyone who wants to improve their understanding of mental health and support others effectively.

Course Benefits:

  • Become a certified MHFAider®
  • Gain practical skills to support colleagues, friends, family members, and communities
  • Receive course materials and resources
  • Access ongoing support and development opportunities through the MHFAider network and support app
  • Certification valid for three years

Duration: 2 Full Days

Format: Interactive sessions, group discussions, activities, and practical scenarios.

MHFA Refresher Course – Adult Mental Health First Aid (Half Day)

Keep your Mental Health First Aid skills current and your confidence high.

If you have previously completed an Adult MHFA course this engaging half-day refresher is designed to renew your knowledge, strengthen your skills, and ensure you remain equipped to support colleagues, friends, family members, and others experiencing mental health challenges. MHFA England recommends Mental Health First Aiders refresh their training every three years.

What you’ll gain

  • Refresh your Mental Health First Aid skills and knowledge
  • Update your understanding of current mental health support services
  • Practise applying the MHFA Action Plan with confidence
  • Strengthen active listening and supportive conversation skills
  • Revisit boundaries, confidentiality, and self-care
  • Share experiences and learn from fellow MHFAiders in a supportive environment

Course format

  • Half-day course (approximately 4 hours)
  • Available online or face-to-face
  • Interactive presentations, discussions, and practical activities
  • Suitable for anyone who has previously completed an Adult MHFA qualification

Stay confident. Stay current. Continue making a difference.

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