Level 1 Mental Health First Aid Training (4hrs)

RQF Level 1 Award: FAA Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health (RQF)

SCQF Level 4 Award: Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health at SCQF Level 4

Anyone can be affected by a mental health condition either themselves or a family member, friend or colleague.

This awareness course is suitable for everyone as it provides learners with the knowledge to recognise a suspected mental health condition and the skills to start a conversation and be able to signpost a person towards professional help.

All members of the public can benefit from this course and it is a great stepping stone into First Aid for Mental Health.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Know what mental health is, why people develop mental health conditions and the role of a First Aider for mental health

2. Know how to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental health condition

3. Know how to recognise and manage stress

4. Know how to recognise a range of mental health conditions

5. Understand the impact of substance abuse on mental health

6. Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place

7. Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace

Certification

Upon successful completion of the qualification assessment, Learners will be awarded the Ofqual regulated Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health (RQF)/Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health at SCQF Level 4. This qualification is valid for three years from the date of achievement.

Assessment

The qualification is assessed through a multiple-choice question paper. A Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment. No external assessors are required.