Frequently Asked Questions
Did You Know ?
- 50% of mental health issues are established by age 14 and 75% by age 24
- Only 1/4 of young people with a mental health issue get access to the treatment and care they need
What is Mental Health First Aid ?
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an internationally recognised training course, designed to teach people how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and provide help on a first aid basis.
- I offer a range of MHFA England courses tailored for people who teach, work, live with and care for young people aged 8 to 18. The courses can be attended by anyone from age 16 upwards.
What will I learn ?
What you learn will depend on the length of course you attend.
Half Day - MHFA Aware
An introductory course designed to increase awareness of young people’s mental health and some of the issues that can affect this age group.
One Day - MHFA Champions
Teaches you how to identify when a young person might be experiencing a mental health issue and how to guide them to get the help they need.
Two Day - Mental Health First Aiders
Provides a more in depth understanding of specific mental health issues and is delivered in four manageable chunks:
− What is mental health?
− Depression and anxiety
− Suicide and psychosis
− Self-harm and eating disorders
It focuses on the issues faced by young people today, such as cyber bullying and substance misuse, and teaches how to promote protective factors and good parenting.
Completing the two day course qualifies you as a Youth Mental Health First Aider.