This one-day course qualifies you as a Youth MHFA Champion, giving you:

• An understanding of common mental health issues and how they can affect young people
• Ability to spot signs of mental ill health in young people and guide them to a place of support
• Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness
• Skills to support positive wellbeing

Format

One day face to face or on-line course. Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities.

Session 1

• Why Youth MHFA One Day?
• What is mental health and mental ill health?
• Stigma and discrimination
• The Mental Health First Aid action plan
• Depression
• Suicide

Session 2

• Anxiety
• Self-harm
• Eating disorders
• Psychosis
• Recovery
• Resilience