How will this course help me?
This online course covers the content of the Level 1 course but also expands on the effects of drugs and alcohol, incorporates the First Aid for Mental Health Action Plan and covers ways in which a positive mental health culture can be supported within a workplace.
You will learn:
- What mental health is, why people develop mental health conditions and the role of a First Aider for mental health
- How to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental health condition
- How to recognise and manage stress
- How to recognise a range of mental health conditions/symptoms
- The impact of substance abuse on mental health
- The first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place
- How to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace
During the 3-week period you will cover:
- Module 1 – Introduction
- Module 2 – What is First Aid for Mental Health?
- Module 3 – Identifying mental health conditions and early signs
- Module 4 – Providing advice and starting a conversation
- Module 5 – Stress
- 2-hour online group session 1
- Module 6 – Mental health conditions and behaviours, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, eating disorders, suicide and self-harm
- Module 7 – Drugs and alcohol
- Module 8 – First aid action plan for mental health
- Module 9 – Mental health in the workplace
- 2-hour online group session 2
- 1-to-1 Video assessment which takes up to 40 minutes
What are the entry requirements?
This qualification is available to people aged 18 years or over. You must be able to read and self-learn the reference manual and additional resources.
You will also need access to a computer with a reasonable internet connection in order to access the distance learning resources and communicate with the trainer/assessor.
How long does it take?
The qualification will take eight hours, including:
- Four hours of guided learning (learning with one of our facilitators on several live Zoom sessions, up to a maximum of 15 participants)
- Four hours of self-study
You must complete the course within three weeks, including the assessment.
What resources will I have access to for self-study?
We use an online learning platform for the self-study part of the qualification. This means that you will be given secure access to a website where you can access resources, videos, useful links, quizzes and reflective study elements.
You will also be able to connect with other learners via a discussion forum where you can share, provide support and ask questions of your fellow learners.
You will be able to message MHScot with any questions, while tracking your progress and we will provide you with ongoing support and encouragement as well as being able to make notes and bookmark lessons.
How will I be assessed?
The qualification is assessed by a professional discussion with our facilitator and evidenced by a recorded video call which will take around 40 minutes.
This recording will be kept following the FAA Data Protection Policy and will not be shared with any person except for quality assurance purposes by FAA, the FAA centre providing the training and the regulatory bodies as required.
There is no grading of the assessment – you either pass or are referred for further training and assessment.
What qualification will I get?
After completing this course, you can decide whether to receive:
- FAA Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health (RQF)
- Award in First Aid for Mental Health at SCQF Level 5
The qualification is valid for three years from the date of achievement. We recommend that you attend annual refresher training.
How much does it cost?
The average price per group is £825 +VAT (£55+VAT per person), based upon a maximum of 15 participants. Please contact us to get a quote for your organisation based upon your particular needs.