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FAA Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health

This qualification will enable you to recognise a range of mental health conditions and develop the skills and confidence to be able to start supportive conversations and signpost to appropriate professional help.

Course Information

Course Details:

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Duration: 4 hours

Cost per person: to be advised 

Valid for: 3 years

Included:

  • Comprehensive training

  • Course materials

  • Certification: Awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA) approved and regulated by Ofqual as part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

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Prices depend on participant numbers, location and additional requirements.

A range of subjects are covered including:

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  • What Mental Health is and the roles and responsibilities of the First Aider for Mental Health

  • Identifying factors affecting a person’s mental health

  • Providing advice and starting a supportive conversation

  • Knowing when to contact emergency services in respect of first aid for mental health

  • Knowing how to recognise and manage stress

  • Recognising a range of Mental Health conditions: depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicide, eating disorders, psychosis

  • Mental Health helplines

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Thank you for considering our first aid training courses! We provide training services in Hampshire and Surrey offering flexible options to meet your needs. If you're interested in booking a course or would like to find out more, please don't hesitate to contact us on 07726 296 854 or fill out our enquiry form. We look forward to hearing from you!

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