Supervising Mental Health for First Aid (2 Days)

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Supervising Mental Health for First Aid (2 Days)

About Course

This Supervising First Aid for Mental Health course is designed for people who have responsibility for supporting mental health in the workplace. It builds on introductory mental health first aid training and provides a wider understanding of mental health conditions, supportive conversations, and the role of a positive workplace mental health culture.

Why choose this course?

Mental health affects everyone, and organisations benefit from trained staff who can recognise concerns early and respond appropriately. This course is especially suitable for supervisors, managers, team leaders, HR professionals, and anyone responsible for implementing or supporting mental health provision within an organisation.

Course outcome

By the end of the course, learners will be able to recognise a broader range of mental health issues, respond with confidence, and support colleagues in a safe and informed way. The training also helps organisations strengthen their wellbeing strategy and create a more supportive workplace environment.

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What Will You Learn?

  • A wider range of mental health conditions
  • How to recognise signs and symptoms of poor mental health
  • How to start supportive conversations
  • The First Aid for Mental Health action plan
  • Stress, anxiety, depression, and related conditions
  • Drugs and alcohol and their impact on mental wellbeing
  • The support and therapies available from healthcare professionals
  • How to promote a positive mental health culture in the workplace

Assessment

Written assessment and practical demonstration of the mental health action plan.

Study Commitment

12 hours
Total Qualification Time

Duration is typically 2 days, or around 12 to 15 hours depending on the provider.
Available in classroom, online, or blended formats depending on the training provider.

Where you will be learning

Our Onsite Training Facilities Based on the West Coast of Cumbria

Our new training hub provides a dedicated space for high-quality health and safety training, right here on the West Coast of Cumbria.

Register Your Interest

Get in touch using the form below to register your interest or find out more information about the course. A member of the team will be in touch to discuss your requirements and take you through the registration process..