Course overview
Mental Health Awareness is a half-day course delivered by an FAIB-accredited training provider. It helps learners recognise possible signs and symptoms of mental ill-health, understand mental health and stigma, and know how to access appropriate help for someone in crisis or need. This course teaches recognition, initial support and signposting. It does not teach diagnosis or clinical treatment.
Who the course is for
Suitable for all staff who want to increase their mental-health awareness for themselves or so they can support others.
Open Teams dates are available for individuals and workplace groups. Organisations can book multiple places on an upcoming course or enquire about arranging a dedicated session for their team.
What the course covers
- Recognising possible signs and symptoms of mental ill-health
- Mental-health awareness and the effects of stigma
- Accessing appropriate help for someone in crisis or need
Delivery approach
Learners discuss signs and symptoms, stigma and routes to appropriate support. The session includes one 15-minute break. Scheduled courses are delivered online via Microsoft Teams. Joining details and the Teams link will be sent within 24 hours of booking.
Duration
This is a half-day, four-hour online course from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. It includes one 15-minute break.
Certificate
On successful completion, learners receive a course certificate from the FAIB-accredited training provider, valid for three years.