St John Ambulance Mental Health First Aider Course (Two days)

St John Ambulance Mental Health First Aider Course (Two Days)

Become a certified Mental Health First Aider with this comprehensive 2-day training course from St John Ambulance. Learn how to support colleagues, employees, and others in times of mental health crisis.

Course Overview

The St John Ambulance Mental Health First Aider Course (Two Days) is designed for individuals and organisations looking to create a mentally healthy workplace. Delivered by expert instructors, this course equips you with the skills and confidence to identify, understand, and support someone experiencing a mental health issue.

Ideal for HR professionals, line managers, team leaders, and anyone with a duty of care, this Mental Health First Aid training is CPD accredited and aligned with best practices in workplace mental health support.

Key Benefits

• Nationally recognised qualification in Mental Health First Aid

• Identify early signs and symptoms of mental illness

• Learn how to provide initial support and guide individuals to appropriate help

• Enhance mental health awareness across your organisation

• Supports compliance with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance on mental health

• Fully accredited by St John Ambulance, a trusted name in first aid and emergency response

• Suitable for individuals and businesses across all industries

Course Duration & Format

• Length: 2 days (approximately 6 hours per day)

• Format: Face-to-face or online delivery options available

• Assessment: Ongoing evaluation throughout the course with certification on completion

Topics Covered

• Understanding mental health and mental illnesses

• Reducing stigma and promoting open conversations

• Recognising signs and symptoms of common conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety, psychosis)

• Crisis management (including suicidal thoughts, panic attacks)

• Recovery, resilience, and available professional support

• Mental Health First Aid action plan

Who Should Attend?

This course is perfect for:

• Workplace mental health champions

• HR and occupational health teams

• People managers and supervisors

• Anyone interested in becoming a Mental Health First Aider

Certification

On successful completion, you’ll receive a St John Ambulance Mental Health First Aider certificate, valid for 3 years.

Why Choose DefibSupplies.co.uk?

We are an authorised distributor of St John Ambulance training with nationwide coverage. At Defib Supplies, we also offer a wide range of related products to support your health and safety policies:

• Defibrillators (AEDs)

• First Aid Kits

• Health & Safety Signage

For more information about workplace mental health standards, visit the NHS Mental Health at Work page.

Book Your Course Today

Help build a resilient, supportive, and mentally healthy workforce. Book your place on the St John Ambulance Mental Health First Aider Course (Two Days) now and take a proactive step towards mental wellbeing.

Group bookings and corporate training packages available – Contact us for details.