Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Level 2 – Online Course – CPDUK Accredited

Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Online Training Course – Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

Welcome to our online Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace training course. All our online training courses, programmes, and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

This online Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace training course will enhance learners knowledge and understanding of what is meant by mental health first aid in the workplace and the role of the mental health first aider at work. They will learn more about the skills required by a mental health first aider and the different support they can give at the different stages of the person’s journey, from early intervention to recovery.

Certificate duration: N/A

Entry requirements: No entry restrictions

Recommended prerequisites: N/A

Assessment type: End of course assessment

Assessment pass mark – 80% needed to pass and gain a CPD certificate

Cost(s) of assessment and certification – All costs included in the course price

Awarding/Accrediting body – CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)

Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Online Training Course – Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Course aims

The aims of this online Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace training course are to develop in the learner:

• Develop learners’ understanding of mental health first aid in the workplace.
• Enhance learners’ understanding of how to support individuals experiencing mental health.
• Help learners know the importance of protecting their own mental health and different ways of doing this.

Learning objectives

On completion of this Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace e-learning course, the learner will be able to:

• Explain what is meant by mental health first aid in the workplace.
• Describe the role of the mental health first aider at work.
• Outline the different ways of supporting individuals experiencing mental health issues at work.
• Explain the importance and uses of a wellness action plan.
• State the importance of taking care of their own mental health and ways of doing this.
• Give examples of sources of help and support for mental health they can signpost individuals to as required.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace eLearning course, the learner will be able to:

• Explain the actions the mental health first aider can and cannot take.
• Describe the skills required by effective mental health first aider in the workplace.
• Explain what a wellness action plan is.
• Identify the components and benefits of a wellness action plan.
• Give examples of internal and external sources of help and support for mental health they can signpost individuals to as required.

Why is this online Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace training course essential?

Poor mental health in the workplace is a big issue in the UK and there is a need for employers and workplaces to take action to support the mental health and well-being of their employees.

A study by Stevens and Farmer in 2017 found that:

• 15% of people at work have symptoms of an existing mental health condition.
• Only 24% of managers have received training on mental health at work.
• Only 39% of workplaces have policies or systems in place to support employees with their mental health.

A study by the Centre for Mental Health in 2017 found that:

• In the 2016/17 financial year, the cost to businesses of mental ill-health was £34.9 billion, £1300 per employee in the workforce. These costs were broken down as:
  
  • £10.6 billion for sickness absence.
  • £21.2 billion for presenteeism, where the employee remains at work but is less productive due to mental health issues.
  • £3.1 billion for replacing staff who have left due to mental health issues.

• 72 million working days were lost due to mental health issues in the 2016/17 financial year.

What is covered in this course?

This online Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace training course includes the following:

• Introduction
• Chapter 1 – Introduction to mental health first aid
• Chapter 2 – Mental health support at work
• Chapter 3 – Sources of mental health support
• Module summary.

Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Online Training Course – Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

This Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace e-learning course is suitable for employers, managers and employees with an interest in developing their knowledge and understanding of mental health first aid in the workplace.

Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Online Training Course – Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

Learn anywhere, anytime on any device.

You will need access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone device to complete these online courses. You can start, pause/stop and return to where you left off.

Our courses utilise responsive design features, making them available on any device of your choice.

Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Online Training Course – Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.

Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).

Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace – Online Training Course – Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

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