At iCare Training Solutions, our Mental Health First Aider Training Course is designed to give you the skills and confidence to support people experiencing mental health difficulties. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to spot the signs, start a conversation, and guide someone towards the right support.

Key Skills You’ll Gain

• Understanding mental health – learn what mental health is, the factors that can affect it and how stigma impacts people.
• Recognising signs and symptoms – spot early warning signs of common mental health conditions such as stress, anxiety, depression and more serious crises.
• How to approach someone – gain the confidence to open up supportive conversations in a non-judgemental way.
• Practical first aid skills – learn how to give initial help and reassurance until professional support is available.
• Crisis response – know what to do if someone is in crisis, including if they are at risk of self-harm or suicide.
• Supporting recovery – understand how to encourage professional help, self-care, and ongoing support.

Why This Course Matters

Mental health challenges affect 1 in 4 people every year. Having trained Mental Health First Aiders in workplaces, communities and organisations helps reduce stigma, encourages early help and supports healthier, safer environments.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

• Employers and managers
• Teachers, trainers, and community leaders
• Colleagues and team members
• Anyone who wants to support friends, family or the public

What You’ll Take Away

• A recognised Mental Health First Aider certificate
• A clear action plan for supporting others
• Practical tools and resources to use in everyday life
• Greater confidence in talking about mental health

Ready to take the next step? Book your place today and become a certified Mental Health First Aider with iCare Training Solutions.