About

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an internationally recognised two-day training course which teaches people how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and provide help on a first aid basis. MHFA England training will teach you the best way to listen, reassure and respond, even in a crisis. Learning takes place through a mix of group activities, presentations and discussions.

The course normally costs up to £300, but in this case is fully funded by Lancashire County Council Public Health and is free. However, delegates must pay a £50 deposit (plus £2.65 covering ticketing and payment fees charged by our suppliers) at the time of booking. Your £50 deposit will be repaid on completion of both full days.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the training, participants will have:
•    a deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing, including your own 
•    practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues 
•    confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress 
•    enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening 
•    knowledge to help someone recover their health by guiding them to appropriate support

DATE

Thursday 27th June, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 28th June, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location

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Christ Church
Wyresdale Road, Lancaster, LA1 3EA

Plenty of on-street parking available around the venue.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

When registering for this course, your information will be shared with the course provider. See our Privacy Notice for further details.

This is a funded course, however delegates must pay a £50 deposit (plus £2.65 covering ticketing and payment fees charged by our suppliers) at the time of booking. Your £50 deposit will be repaid on completion of both full days.

You may cancel your place and receive a full refund of your £50 deposit before 20th June. Cancellations made after this will not be refunded.

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