Mental Health First Aid courses start with you

SO Coach is approved by MHFA England to deliver Adult Mental Health First Aid & Youth Mental Health First Aid courses. The training follows the MHFA England delivery methods.

Our courses are perfect for individuals, groups and organisations who want to help reduce stigma, get talking and support someone through a crisis. Mental health courses delivered in Cheshire, across the North West and nationwide.

What is Mental Health First Aid?

Mental Health First Aid is an internationally recognised training course which teaches people how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and provide help on a first aid basis.

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Mental Health First Aid won’t teach you to be a therapist, it will provide you with skills including, how to listen, reassure, respond and encourage someone.

MHFA England Courses

MHFA England Mental Health Champion

Course Overview

A one day awareness and skills course which will teach you to:

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• Recognise the main signs and symptoms of common mental health issues

• Provide initial support

• Guide a person towards appropriate professional help

• Be mindful of your own wellbeing

• Develop an understanding of how you can create and maintain a healthier workforce or community

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Intended Audience

• Anyone who wants to achieve a greater understanding of mental health

• Those who have a genuine interest to champion mental health.

• People in an organisation who truly believe that we can break the stigma around mental health.

Mental Health Champion courses are for everyone aged 16 upwards.

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We deliver the course in two sessions

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1. Mental Health First Aid, mental health, depression, anxiety, other mental health issues and early warning signs

2. Applying the action plan, approaching, listening, giving support, encouraging professional help, other supports, recovery and building a healthy workplace

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Cost

From £85 per person

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Delivery

For up to 16 people

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Certificate

Refresher recommended every 3 years

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Accreditation

Achieved through MHFA England

MHFA England Mental Health First Aid Refresher 

Course Overview

This half day course will enable your Mental Health First Aiders and MHFA Champions to refresh their skills in the same way your physical first aiders do.

The course will support your Mental Health First Aiders and MHFA Champions by:

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• Renewing their skills 

• Updating their knowledge of mental health supports 

• Giving them the chance to practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan

Intended Audience

Anyone who has previously completed the MHFA England Mental Health First Aid course or Mental Health Champion course. It's a great way to demonstrate commitment to treating mental health and physical health equally. 

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Cost

From £42 per person

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Delivery

For up to 25 people

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Certificate

Refresher recommended every 3 years

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Accreditation

Achieved through MHFA England

MHFA England Mental Health Aware

SO Coach can deliver:

• The MHFA England Adult Mental Health Aware course

• The MHFA England Youth Mental Health Aware course

Course Overview

During a half day session you will develop:

• An understanding of what mental health is and how to challenge stigma

• A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues

• An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing

• Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue

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It really is a great fast paced course, with content at an appropriate level you will learn how to start a conversation and 'Take 10 Together'.

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Intended Audience

This course is perfect for organisations who would like raise awareness within their organisation and provide added confidence to their team on how to approach someone who might be struggling.

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Mental Health Awareness courses are for everyone aged 16 upwards.

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Cost

From £44 per person

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Delivery

For up to 25 people

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Accreditation

Achieved through MHFA England

What is Suicide First Aid?

Teaching the theory and practice of suicide intervention skills that can be applied in any professional or personal setting, captured in a one-day event (accredited by City and Guilds of London) or a half day lite event.

The Suicide First Aid sessions have some interactive elements that can be emotionally engaging. The sessions are for anyone who seeks greater understanding and confidence to intervene with people at risk of suicide.

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Course Overview

This half day (4 hour) or full day (8 hour) session will provide the readiness to act when needed to deal suicide first aid situations. Understand approaches and process of suicide intervention including desired outcomes. Know the importance of self-reflection and personal impact when working with suicide and people at risk.

• The impact and value of personal and professional experience with suicide

• Barriers that prevent people at risk seeking help

• Prevalence of suicide thoughts and suicide behaviours

• The Signs of Suicide and the Suicide-Safety Guide

• Partnership working and community resources

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Intended Audience

Multi-sector practitioners including health, housing, social care, education, criminal justice, call centre operators, private, voluntary and public sector workers and community members.

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Cost

Contact us for prices

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Delivery

For up to 12 people

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Accreditation

Achieved through City & Guilds