Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace
Course Description
This Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling is designed to develop learner’s knowledge and skills and confidence to actively promote positive mental health in the workplace.1 in 4 people in the UK are likely to experience mental health problems each year? Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet whilst we know how to take care of our own physical health, many people do not know how to support relatives, friends and even colleagues who are experiencing poor mental health.
By attending this two-day comprehensive training course learners develop a greater understanding of common mental health issues such as stress, depression anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. As well as how best to support and guide someone experiencing poor mental health.
On successful completion of this course, learners can receive a Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace e-certificate which is valid for three years.
Who’s it for?
Anyone who has an interest in mental health first aid and would like to raise their awareness of mental health within the work environment and be able to actively listen and guide/ support work colleagues.What’s involved?
The course requires two days (14 hours) of classroom attendance generally running from 9am to 6pm.During the course learners are required to complete practical assessments and exams.
For added reassurance, each learner is assessed throughout the course using a range of practical demonstrations, question and answer sessions, quizzes and engaging activities designed to coach and support you.
To ensure you get the most effective learning experience, learners must be physically able to participate as you will be required to participate in practical scenario based training sessions.
Pre-requisite:
- Learners must be at least 18 years old on the first day of the training
- Candidates need a basic command of English and maths (defined as Level 2).
What’s included
- Certification fees
- Course material
- Refreshments (tea, coffee etc)
What will I learn?
Key learning outcomes are:- Understand Mental Health and its importance
- Understand roles and responsibilities in relation to Mental Health in the workplace
- Understand a range of common Mental Health conditions
- Know how to implement Mental Health first aid strategies in the workplace
- Understand how employers can provide support to employees
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