Mental Health First Aid Course

The MHFA course is a way to practise the skills needed to notice when someone is struggling with their mental health, to gain the confidence to start a conversation with them and to know how to signpost them to the right support.

We are pleased to announce that HEaducate UEA will be offering a subsidised 2-day Mental Health First Aid training course witht he help of Headucate UK to 8 members! This is an accrediated course that last for 3 years, and is a great qualification to add to your CV. As you all likely already know, 1 in 4 people experience a mental health related issue every year. This training is super important in ensuring people are equipped to help out where they can. This course usually costs around £330 but you will only have to pay £50! This is possible with the help of Headucate UK and Headucate UEA subsidising most of the costs.

Skills you can gain from the course:

• Ability to recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health
• Ability to provide them with first-level support and early intervention
• Confidence to encourage a person to identify and access supports
• Able to have conversations with better mental health literacy around language and stigma 
• Practise active listening and empathy
• Practise self-care

Training details:

• Dates: 10th & 17th May 
• Time: 9am-5pm (with breaks)
• Location: Online
• Two day online course
• Delivered by a qualified mental health first aid trainer 
• Cost: subsidised from £330 to only £50!
• A workbook will be posted to you 
• Learning takes place through a mix of instructor led training, individual reflections, and group discussions. 

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out :)