Training course - is this course suitable for you?
Why should i sign up?
Did you know that mental health costs UK employers up to £56 billion each year? (Deloitte)
Did you know that only 29% of Managers believe they are confident and competent to spot the early warning signs of poor mental health? (MHFA England)
In a world of constant change and uncertainty, prioritising mental health and wellbeing has never been more important.
Strengthen your organisation's commitment to wellbeing by establishing a network of Mental Health First Aid Champions. Our evidence-based training equips individuals with the skills to recognise signs of poor mental health, the confidence to initiate meaningful conversations, and the knowledge to direct people to the appropriate support.
After the course, MHFA champions should be able to:
- Recognise the main signs and symptoms of mental ill health
- Provide initial help
- Guide people towards appropriate professional help
- Develop an understanding of how to help build a mentally healthy workplace, challenge stigma and support positive wellbeing
- Manage their own wellbeing
Our one-day course will be delivered face-to-face at Chamber HQ in Birmingham. Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities.
Places are limited on the course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn. Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided to each attendee along with all course materials.
Who should attend?
Mental health in the workplace impacts every industry. Our course is designed for businesses of all sizes and employees who want to support their colleagues and recognize the signs of struggle.
By attending this session, your organization can strengthen its wellbeing strategy and build a network of MHFA Champions equipped to provide meaningful support.
All attendees who complete the training will receive:
- A certificate of attendance to say they are an MHFA Champion
- A manual to refer to whenever they need it
- A quick reference card for the Mental Health First Aid action plan
- A workbook including a helpful toolkit to support their own mental health
Talking about mental health can be an emotive and sensitive subject. This workshop is led by a trained professional who will offer attendees support throughout.
The minimum age requirement is 16.
Course content
Session One – AM
Attendees will learn about:
- Mental health first aid
- Mental health and stress in the workplace
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders
- Other Mental health issues (eating disorders, self-harm, psychosis)
- Alcohol, drugs, and how they can affect mental health
Session Two - PM
- Applying the MHFA action plan: ALGEE
- Suicide
- Recovery
- Building a mentally healthy workplace
- Action planning
In partnership with Kaleidoscope Plus Group
With over 50 years’ experience championing mental health and wellbeing, the Kaleidoscope Plus Group are the only training provider to also run a residential care home and a crisis centre, provide counselling in the community and mental health services for children.
Their UK-wide training offer has developed over the years to incorporate programmes for Corporates, Education and the Public Sector. Training is led by a team of mental health Practitioners who have worked in the sector before taking on training roles. The skillset of #TeamKPG means they are incredibly agile and can develop bespoke programmes to help clients with any challenge.
How to book
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Once you are logged in, click the ‘book now’ button. Alternatively, email our training team on the email below who can book your place and send you an invoice.
Member’s fee: £170 + VAT
Non-member’s fee: £250 + VAT
Ts & Cs
*Any cancellations must be confirmed via email to training@birmingham-chamber.com and must be given within 5 working days clear of the original event date. For any cancellations given less than 5 working days before the event, fees will not be refunded. This also counts for non-attendance. If the course is due to run again in the future, delegates can opt to transfer to the next available date. A £50 fee will still be issued to cover the costs already incurred.
*Please note, the aim is always to finish at the time provided above, but please allow extra time depending on how many delegates are on the course, as there may be more questions for the trainer to answer.
