Mental Health
Each year approximately 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health condition and at least 1 in 6 employees experience common mental health conditions in the workplace. Research has shown that work is the biggest cause of stress which can stop people performing at their best.
Mental health conditions are often hidden due to the stigma and fear of discrimination. This in turn is costly to the employer in worker performance and time away from work. The HSE guidance on workplace First Aid needs assessment refers to mental health.
Ideal First Response offer a range of courses that can support staff and management as well youths in recognition, help and signposting to get the right type of mental health care. Please contact us to discuss dates, pricing and availability of these courses.
Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health – Level 1, 4 hours
You will learn how to recognise a range of mental health conditions, how to start supportive conversation and how to direct people to get the correct help.
Full course content can be found here.
First Aid for Mental Health – Level 2, 1 day
This course covers the information contained in the awareness course, but also learn about stress management and how to implement a positive metal health culture in the workplace.
Full course content can be found here.
First Aid for Youth Mental Health – Level 2, 1 day
This qualification has been designed with children in mind covering such areas as depression, self harm, eating disorders and bullying. It will help in identification of a condition, starting a conversation and providing support and guidance.
Full course content can be found here.
Supervising First Aid for Mental Health – Level 3, 2 days
Spread over 2 days, this qualification provides learners with the knowledge to recognise a wide range of mental health conditions and learn about the support and therapy provided by professional healthcare providers. Learners will also cover all aspects of the level 2 course and in addition look at issues such as substance abuse.