Mental Health Aware - Adult 1/2 day (MHFA England Training)
Fri 10 Jul 2020 9:15 AM - 1:00 PM BST
Online, Zoom
Description
This introductory 3.5 hour session raises awareness of mental health. This course covers:
- What mental health is and how to challenge stigma
- Basic knowledge of some common mental health issues
- An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing
- Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue
- This course is a nationally recognised MHFA England course.
Course content
- What is mental health?
- Mental Health Continuum
- Factors which affect mental health
- Stigma
- Stress and stress management
- Spotting signs of distress
- Common mental health difficulties and experiences
- Recovery
- Take 10 Together - starting a supportive conversation
- Supporting mental health in the workplace
- Useful statistics
- Helpful resources
Everyone who completes the course gets:
- A certificate of attendance to say you are Mental Health Aware (electronic)
- A manual & workbook to refer to whenever you need it (posted directly to you)
In order to receive your manal and workbook before the course please make your booking at least 7 days before the date of the course.
Your trainer will be Jay Thompson who is a Registered Mental Health Nurse and MHFA England Instructor. Jay is currently training to become a CBT Therapist at the University of Reading whilst working for the NHS in the West Midlands. Jay has a wide range of experience working across the UK in a variety of sectors and settings including schools, charities, and businesses. Jay is an experienced trainer and facilitator who makes training accessible, safe, engaging, and practical.
Who would benefit from the course?
We strongly believe that our communities will be safer, happier, and more prosperous the greater the number of people that have an awareness of mental health. Anyone can contribute to reducing stigma and increasing resources around mental health. This course is an ideal starting point for communities, organisations or workplaces to initiate a conversation about mental health or top up on knowledge about key themes. You do not need any previous experience and anyone aged 16+ can join.
If you have any questions or if you would like this course delivered to your workplace or organisation get in touch with Jay:
info@MentalHealthBuildingBlocks.co.uk
Twitter, Instagram and Facebook: @MentalHealthBB