Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health
This 4-hour qualification is designed to provide learners with knowledge to increase awareness of mental health issues, to help staff to communicate by noticing issues and starting conversations which will reduce stigma in the workplace and foster a positive working environment. Learners will know how to recognise and manage stress which is one of the biggest workplace issues in terms of poor mental health.
Recommended for: anyone wanting to increase their knowledge of this subject and in reducing stigma around talking about mental health in the workplace.
Course Content
Define mental health
Identify factors that affect a person's mental health
Understand stigma surrounding mental health
Understand the role of a First Aider for Mental Health
Know how to provide practical support for a person presenting with a mental health condition
Know how to recognise and manage stress
Know how to recognise a range of mental health conditions
Delivery Methods
Distanced
In person
In-Person Group
Course Highlights
4 hours
Certificate posted upon completion
Certificate valid for three years
Ofqual accredited certification
Prerequisites
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