What is first aid for mental health?

First aid for mental health is the initial support provided to a person experiencing a mental health problem until professional help is received or until the crisis is resolved.

The aims of first aid for mental health:

  • Preserve life where a person could be a danger to themselves or others
  • Alleviate suffering by providing immediate comfort and support
  • Prevent the condition from developing into a more serious problem
  • Promote recovery of good mental health by signposting and obtaining professional support
First Aider for Mental Health badge showing a ear indicating someone listening.

Training Courses

We are pleased to offer a variety of First Aid for Mental Health qualifications. Nuco Training are the Awarding Organisation used with all the qualifications delivered being Ofqual regulated, meaning you’re never compromising on quality when selecting us over more expensive national organisations.

Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health course description and a picture of a two females chatting and smiling.
Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health
(FAA Level 1 Award)

First Aid for Mental Health course description and a picture of a male being consoled by two females, one providing reassurance by holding his hand.
First Aid for Mental Health
(FAA Level 2 Award)

First Aid for Youth Mental Health course description and a picture of a male teenager holding a spoonful of noodles with no interest in eating them.
First Aid for Youth Mental Health
(FAA Level 2 Award)

Supervising First Aid for Mental Health course description and a picture of two males talking in an office environment
Supervising First Aid for Mental Health
(FAA Level 3 Award)

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