Mental Health First Aid for Carers

In partnership with Carers Careline we are offering carers the opportunity to access Mental health First Aid training in Redditch

Mental Health First Aid	02/02/2019	10:00 – 12:30
Mental Health First Aid	09/02/2019	10:00 – 12:30
Mental Health First Aid	16/02/2019	10:00 – 12:30

Where:

The Redi Centre, 54 South Street, Redditch, Worcs, B98 7DQ.

There is parking available on site. It is also easy to get to on public transport.

 

 

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) : What is it?

 

Mental Health First Aid is as important as physical first aid

This is a mental health awareness and skills course which includes a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities.

Each participant takes away a copy of the MHFA manual  which is an excellent resource and on completion of the training will also receive a certificate.

At the end of the course you will have:  An understanding of common mental illnesses. Ability to spot signs of mental illness  Knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness Skills to support positive wellbeing.

 

Content of the course:

 

• About Mental Health First Aid
• What is mental health? 
• Stigma and discrimination
• Depression
• Anxiety disorders
• Suicide
• Self-harm
• Eating disorders
• Psychosis
• Recovery
• Resilience
• Applying Mental Health First Aid

 

 

How to book a place:

 

To book: 01527 66177 or email [email protected]

Bookings will be taken on a first come first served basis. Limited number of places available.

To access the training you must first be registered with either Carers Careline or Worcestershire Association of Carers