MHFA Courses

Train as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and receive three years of certification, plus access to ongoing benefits.   

This course is ideal for individuals who would like to become an MHFAider® to gain the knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health, be confident to start a conversation and signpost a person to appropriate support.​ 

In addition to the course, you will become part of the largest MHFAider® community in England, gaining access to resources, ongoing learning and 24/7 digital support through our MHFAider Support App®, to give you the tools and knowledge you need to carry out the role effectively and confidently, whether that be in your workplace, a volunteer role, or in the community.

This course is available as either an online or face-to-face training session. See 'book a course' section below for options.

This one day course trains you as an MHFA Champion, giving you: 

• An understanding of common mental health issues  

• Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness

• Ability to spot signs of mental ill health 

• Skills to support positive wellbeing

This course is available as either an online or face-to-face training session. See 'book a course' section below for options.

This course raises awareness of mental health. It covers: 

• What mental health is and how to challenge stigma

• A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues

• An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing

• Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue

This course is available as either an online or face-to-face training session. See 'book a course' section below for options. 

We believe that mental health should be treated equally to physical health – and just like physical first aid, Mental Health First Aid training should be kept up to date.  

The four-hour MHFA Refresher course gives you the chance to:  

• Renew your skills
   

• Update your knowledge of mental health support
   

• Practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan
   

• Access three years of MHFAider® Support and Benefits

Please note that the MHFA Refresher is only for people who have completed an  MHFA course or an Armed Forces Mental Health First Aider course.