Mental Health Awareness Course

About our Mental Health Awareness course

Mental health at work has never been so important. On this Mental Health Awareness course, you will learn about common mental health conditions and how to communicate with your colleagues empathetically.

We also offer this as an online course which is delivered via Zoom.

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Who is it for?

This Mental Health Awareness training is suitable for those who want an overview of workplace mental health, including how to spot the signs and provide support.

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How is it assessed?

Our trainers will monitor the progress of learners during the training course. This will be done with occasional knowledge checks.

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Certification

Upon successfully completing this course, participants will be awarded a certificate valid for three years.

St John Ambulance Cymru is a trusted and leading training provider in Wales. In the UK, St John Ambulance is one of the voluntary aid societies (VAS) which is recognised by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) as standard setters for first aid training in accordance with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

This Mental Health Awareness course helps delegates understand mental ill health, providing an overview of common mental health conditions and highlighting potential risk factors and ways to protect mental wellbeing.

Managers should strongly consider enrolling in a Mental Health First Aid course to effectively support their staff navigating mental health challenges. The course equips managers with essential skills to recognise signs of mental health decline and provides practical tools for offering initial assistance.

No, this is not our Mental Health First Aid course. The Mental Health First Aid course is a separate course which enables learners to become Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace.

We offer our Mental Health Awareness training at our training centres across Wales. Use our course finder tool below to find training near you, or get in touch with us by phone or email to enquire or book. Please note that if you are based in England, you will need to take a course with MHFA England.

If you have six or more employees who would like Mental Health Awareness training, one of our expert trainers can come to your workplace. We can also tailor training to your business needs. Please contact us if you’re interested.

What is covered in our Mental Health Awareness course?

What is meant by mental health and mental ill-health

Common mental illnesses

The importance of empathy when communicating with a person experiencing mental ill-health

Stigma and the effect it has on mental health

Support for people experiencing mental ill-health

The benefits of a positive mental health culture

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