Mental Health Aware (MHFA) - All Staff
The Mental Health Aware course is an introductory four-hour session to raise awareness of mental health. It is designed to provide participants with:
An understanding of what mental health is and how to challenge stigma
A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues
An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing
Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue
We limit online numbers to 12 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn. Everyone who completes the course gets:
A manual to refer to whenever you need it
A workbook including a helpful toolkit to support your own mental health
A certificate of attendance to say you are Mental Health Aware