Youth Mental Health First Aid Champion (1 day)

Aimed at anyone who supports young people 8-18 the course develops understanding of common mental health issues, alongside confidence to spot signs of mental ill health in children and young people and guide them to a place of support.

You'll receive a comprehensive manual with Mental Health First Aid guidance to help prevent mental health issues, to support a child or young person if they are already struggling or to respond to a mental health crisis.

Course aim:

To develop skills and confidence to spot the signs of mental health issues in a young person, offer first aid and guide them towards the support they need.

Objectives:

By the end of the session participants will have had opportunities to:

• Develop an understanding of common mental health issues and how they can affect young people
• Consider how to spot signs of mental ill health in young people and guide them to a place of support
• Gain knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health awareness
• Develop skills to support positive wellbeing.

Comprised of 2 x 2.5 hour live webinars, plus 2 hours self-directed learning on an online learning hub, and 2 hours readingThis one day course qualifies you as a Youth Mental Health First Aid Champion.