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Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health Level Three


Welcome
to the
big leagues
of workplace wellbeing.

No more guessing games. This is the ultimate qualification for the people who are ready to lead your mental health strategy.

This course is open to absolutely anyone who wants to become a proactive, heavy-hitting Mental Health First Aider. Fully accredited, tailored to your business, and backed by real clinical experts.

Course Introduction

Look past the stuffy qualification title. You don't need to be a manager, an executive, or an HR guru to take this course. Mental health doesn't care about job titles, and neither do we.

This is our gold-standard course designed for absolutely anyone who wants to step up, be proactive, and become a certified Mental Health First Aider in their workplace. Whether you work in the warehouse, on the shop floor, or in the boardroom, this course equips you with the ultimate safety net to back up your teammates.

Led exclusively by practicing therapists, you’ll dive into complex mental health conditions, crisis management, and how to spot the early warning signs of struggle before they spiral. You’ll walk away ready to be a confident, life-changing ally, ready to positively affect the mental health culture within your organisation.


The Vitals at a Glance


Who it’s for: 

Absolutely everyone. No prerequisites, no management experience required. If you want to be the person who knows exactly how to help when a colleague is struggling, this is for you.

Time Commitment: 

2 days (or four half days) of high-level, collaborative training that focuses on real-world, practical scenarios.

The Delivery: 

Live Online or Face-to-Face. Delivered by qualified, practicing therapists who actually understand psychological safety.

The Qualification: 

Official Ofqual Level 3 Accreditation. Upon completion you’ll receive an internationally recognised level 3 qualification as a workplace Mental Health First Aider (the equivalent to an A level).

Unmatched Aftercare:

Once you qualify, you’re never left carrying the emotional weight alone. You get direct phone and email access to our expert team for ongoing advice, plus fast-tracked 1-to-1 therapy support if your role as a first aider starts taking a toll.

The Big Takeaway: 

Fully qualified, clinically backed Mental Health First Aiders who possess a tailored toolkit to handle everything from subtle behavioural shifts to acute crisis situations safely, proactively, and effectively.

Module list

Understanding the fundamental concepts of mental health and wellbeing is essential. This section provides a clear definition of mental health, highlighting its significance in overall quality of life and the importance of maintaining mental wellbeing.

Stigma can create barriers to seeking help and discussing mental health openly. Participants will explore societal perceptions and biases that can hinder conversations around mental health, learning strategies to challenge and reduce stigma in their communities.

This topic delves into various influences on mental health, including biological, psychological, and environmental factors. Participants will gain insights into how these factors interact and impact an individual’s mental wellbeing.

Knowing how to approach sensitive topics with empathy is crucial. This section equips participants with techniques for initiating discussions about mental health, encouraging openness, and creating safe spaces for dialogue.

Active listening is a vital skill for anyone supporting individuals facing mental health challenges. Participants will learn techniques to improve their listening skills, fostering trust and understanding in their interactions.

This module examines the nature of stress, its causes, and its effects on mental health. Participants will explore the relationship between stress and various mental health conditions, gaining awareness of how to manage stress effectively.

This section highlights how harmful behaviours, such as substance abuse and unhealthy coping mechanisms, can exacerbate mental health issues. Participants will learn to identify these behaviours and explore healthier alternatives for coping with stress and mental health challenges.

Participants will learn to implement a structured approach to offering support in mental health crises. This includes recognising when to intervene, how to assess the situation, and the steps to take in providing appropriate support.

Learners will explore the importance of a positive mental health culture to a workplace, and learn strategies to create a compassionate supportive culture within a business.

This section provides a comprehensive introduction to some of the most prevalent mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, psychosis, and more. Learners will understand how these conditions present themselves and how they can affect individuals in different ways.

Understanding the importance of self care as a mental health first aider, what self-care looks like and how to encourage self care in others.

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Best course in years that I have attended! Felt engaged and passionate.

Will Boardman - JLR

Supportive trainer who was very easy to listen to and follow, who was very passionate about the subject which made the whole experience enjoyable.

Margaret Sandford - National Trust

An excellent, well executed course that I will 100% implement into my work and social life. Many thanks.

Gianni Forchan - Rothschild Foundation

These are the people who really get it and don’t just tick a box

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