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Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) Refresher

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    Recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention
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    Encourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other supports
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    Practise active listening and empathy
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    Have a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigma
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    Discuss the MHFAider role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality
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    Practise self-care
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    Know how to use the MHFAider Support App®
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    Know how to access a dedicated text service provided by Shout.

Overview

Off the shelf (OTS)

The course is designed to update and refresh the skills of people who have previously attended mental Health First Aid training. Refresher training is recommended every three years in line with physical first aid to ensure MHF Aiders are fulfilling their role safely.

The course will refresh attendees’ knowledge of:
• Mental health and what influences it
• How to recognise the main signs of mental ill health
• How to provide initial help
• How to guide the person toward appropriate professional help
• How to be mindful of their own mental health

The MHFA Refresher course takes four hours to complete and will enable learners to:
• Keep their knowledge, awareness, and skills of mental health support current
• Update their knowledge of mental health and what influences it
• Practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan

Once you have completed your MHFA Refresher course, you will be certified for three years and will be invited to become or stay a member of our Association of Mental Health First Aiders – making sure you have everything you need to feel confident when supporting others.

Learners will be given temporary access to the MHFAider Support App® for the duration of their course.

Delivery method
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Face to Face

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Virtual

Course duration
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4 hours

Competency level
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Expert

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Delivery method
  • F2F Icon

    Face to Face

  • Virtual icon

    Virtual

Course duration
Duration icon

4 hours

Competency level
  • Expert icon

    Expert

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