Mental Health First Aid Course
Key Features
Of this Mental Health First Aid Course:
- Understand the ALGEE action plan for providing initial support to someone experiencing a mental health issue
- Recognise common signs and symptoms of mental ill health including depression, anxiety, psychosis and eating disorders
- Develop active listening skills and learn how to have supportive conversations without judgement
- Know when and how to signpost colleagues to appropriate professional help and workplace resources
- Address stigma and create a more open, mentally healthy workplace culture
- Gain confidence to respond effectively to both developing issues and mental health crises
Course Date Availability
Mental Health First Aid training at the following 22 centres. Prices from £150 per person :
Course Information
Overview:
Mental Health First Aid is a two-day practical course that equips participants with the knowledge and confidence to recognise, understand and help someone who may be experiencing a mental health issue. The training follows the established MHFA England framework and covers the full range of common mental health conditions encountered in UK workplaces. Delegates learn a structured, evidence-based approach to offering initial support while understanding the importance of professional boundaries and self-care.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Line managers and team leaders responsible for staff wellbeing
- HR professionals and occupational health advisors
- Health and safety representatives
- Employee wellbeing champions and mental health advocates
- Anyone in a customer-facing or colleague-support role
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- How to apply the ALGEE action plan in workplace situations
- Recognition of signs and symptoms across the spectrum of mental health conditions
- Techniques for starting and maintaining supportive conversations
- Understanding the impact of stigma and how to reduce it
- Knowledge of UK mental health support services and referral pathways
- Strategies for looking after your own mental health when supporting others
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over two consecutive days and combines trainer-led input, group discussion, case studies and practical role-play exercises in a supportive learning environment.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Introduction to mental health and the impact of mental ill health in the workplace
- The ALGEE action plan and how to use it effectively
- Depression and anxiety disorders – signs, symptoms and support strategies
- Psychosis, bipolar disorder and eating disorders
- Substance misuse and self-harm
- Mental health crisis situations including suicidal thoughts and panic attacks
- Recovery, signposting and self-care for the Mental Health First Aider
Private Courses On-site
Mental Health First Aid training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Delegates who complete the full course receive an MHFA England certificate and digital badge. The qualification is valid for three years. Refresher training is recommended after this period to maintain skills and stay up to date with current guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Mental Health First Aid questions:
The standard course is delivered over two full days, usually consecutive, with a mix of learning activities, discussion and practical exercises.
There are no formal prerequisites. The course is open to anyone aged 18 or over who wants to develop skills to support mental health in the workplace.
The course covers mental health awareness, the ALGEE action plan, common conditions including depression, anxiety, psychosis and eating disorders, crisis response, signposting and self-care.
There is no written exam. Assessment is continuous through participation in discussions, role-plays and group exercises to ensure understanding of the material.
Successful delegates receive an official MHFA England certificate and digital badge confirming they have completed the two-day Mental Health First Aid course.
The certificate remains valid for three years. After this period a refresher course is recommended to keep skills current.
The two-day course provides in-depth coverage of conditions, the full ALGEE model, crisis situations and extended practice through role-play, whereas shorter sessions focus mainly on basic awareness.
No specialist equipment is required. Delegates should bring a notepad and pen. All course materials and refreshments are provided by the training centre.
Yes. The training emphasises practical techniques that delegates can use straight away when supporting colleagues who show signs of mental health difficulties.
Absolutely. The course is designed for complete beginners as well as those with some prior knowledge, building skills step by step.
Groups are typically kept to a maximum of 12–16 delegates to allow for meaningful discussion and individual practice during role-play exercises.
Yes. Trainers discuss relevant UK legislation, employer duties and how Mental Health First Aiders fit within existing organisational wellbeing and safeguarding frameworks.
Prices per person typically start at £150. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
This training provides delegates with immediately usable skills that support both colleagues and organisational wellbeing goals. The focus remains on practical application within real workplace contexts.
Last updated: May 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group