Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider - Level 2 - CPDUK Certified.

Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider - E-Learning- Course - The Mandatory Training Group UK -

Welcome to The Mandatory Training Group's online Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider training course. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

A mental health first aider supports individuals experiencing mental ill-health or mental distress. They are there to give reassurance and listen in a non-judgmental way.

This online Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider training course will help enhance the learner's knowledge and understanding of what is meant by mental health first aid and the importance of a mental health first aider.

Course content

This online Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider training course covers the following:

Introduction
Chapter 1 - Mental health first aid
Chapter 2 - Mental health first aider
Chapter 3 - Mental health crisis
Chapter 4 - Person-centred support
Module summary.

Who is the course for?

This Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider e-learning course is suitable for anyone with an interest in developing their knowledge and understanding of mental health first aid.

Course aims

The aims of this Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider eLearning course are to:

Highlight the importance of supporting individuals with mental ill-health in a person-centred way and equip them with the skills to do this.
Help learners understand the importance and the different ways of protecting their mental health.
Discuss different sources of help and support for mental health.

Learning objectives

On completion of this online Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider training course, the learner will be able to:

Identify what actions to take if someone is experiencing a mental health crisis.
Explain the importance of giving person-centred support when dealing with a mental health emergency.
Explain the importance of caring for their own mental health.
List sources of help and support they can signpost individuals.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this online Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider training course, the learner will be able to:

List the responsibilities of a mental health first aider.
Identify the factors that might affect mental health.
Recognise signs and symptoms of mental distress.
Explain the actions to take in a mental health emergency.
Identify ways of giving person-centred and dignified support.

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Understanding the Role of a Mental Health First Aider - Level 2 - CPDUK Certified.