Introduction to First Aid for Mental Health -
Level 2 (RQF)
Develop the skills needed to assist with mental health issues in the workplace Mental health is now firmly on the agenda for most workplaces when it comes to looking after their staff, with a growing awareness of its impact on individuals and businesses.
The Highfield Level 2 Award in Introduction to First Aid for Mental Health (RQF) has been developed to allow learners to become a first aider for mental health in their workplace. This means they will be able to provide basic mental health support or to be the first response to someone in need.
Although the qualification will not allow learners to become clinically qualified to assess, diagnose or treat mental ill health, they will have an understanding of the principles of first aid for mental health and know the basic tools to listen to individuals who require first response support for their mental health.
Topics included:
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Underpinning knowledge and understanding in relation to the principles of first aid for mental health
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Recognising mental ill health in self and others
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Supporting mental wellbeing in the workplace
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Understanding how to promote a wellness culture in the workplace
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The importance of resilience and self-care for first aiders for mental health
2- Day
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Course Overview:
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Accreditation - Highfield
Blended or F2F
CPD Points - 10
​Learning Outcomes
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On completion of this qualification, learners will be able to:
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Understand what is meant by mental health and mental wellbeing
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Recognise common mental health conditions and their basic signs and symptoms
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Understand the difference between mental health and mental ill health
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Identify factors that can affect mental health, including workplace and personal influences
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Understand the role of a Mental Health First Aider
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Recognise when an individual may be experiencing mental ill health
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Demonstrate how to provide initial support and reassurance to someone experiencing mental ill health
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Understand appropriate ways to communicate with someone who may be distressed
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Recognise the importance of signposting to professional help and support services
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Understand the importance of confidentiality, boundaries, and self-care when supporting others
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Individual Place - £250 Excluding VAT
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Certificate upon successful completion​​​​​​
What you'll receive:
Certificate of completion​​​​​​
10 CPD hours
Course Manual or materials (as appropriate)