Workplace Safety Essentials
Mental Health First Aid
Practical training to help you recognise mental health issues and stress in the workplace, respond appropriately, and connect colleagues with the right support and resources
From £35 + VAT
Buy for yourself or your team
- Gatehouse Awards
- IIRSM
- CPD Certification Service
- Certificate Included
- 100% Online
Course Details
- Course Time: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
- Format: Online and self-paced
- Certification: Gatehouse Awards, the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) and the CPD Certification Service
- Ideal For: workplace participants who may support colleagues experiencing mental health issues
- Access: Added after confirmed payment
- Assessment: Online course assessment; full requirements are shown in the learning platform
Who This Course Is For
This training suits people across the workplace who want to support colleagues' mental health.
- Employees who want to become a Mental Health First Aider in their workplace
- Supervisors or managers wanting to start a Mental Health First Aid programme
- Anyone responsible for workplace wellness or employee support initiatives
Course Content
Explore the main topics and practical areas covered by this online course.
- Noticing concerns — How to notice individuals who may be experiencing mental health issues
- Substance use signs — Awareness of signs of substance use at work
- Support in the workplace — Ways participants can support an individual
- Connecting with help — Appropriate help from colleagues, community resources and healthcare professionals
Assessment and Certification
This course is certified by Gatehouse Awards, the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) and the CPD Certification Service.
Your course fee includes the online learning, assessment and course certificate, with no separate certificate charge.
Delivered with VideoTile Learning
This course is owned by VideoTile Learning Ltd and distributed under licence.
The Block Coach handles booking and portal access, while VideoTile Learning provides the course content and assessment.
Buy for Yourself or Your Team
Choose one seat for yourself or add places for colleagues. Each learner receives their own course access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mental Health First Aid training designed for?
It is aimed at people in the workplace who would like to become a Mental Health First Aider, as well as supervisors or managers interested in starting a Mental Health First Aid programme in their workplace.
What topics does the course cover
The course covers the benefits of Mental Health First Aid, the effects of stress on individuals and teams, and the roles of employers, managers and employees in running a successful programme, finishing with practical examples of applying this in real situations.
How long does the course take?
Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. This timing reflects the supplied video content and does not include loading time or time spent considering assessment questions. You can pause and return as needed.
How is the course assessed?
Online course assessment; full requirements are shown in the learning platform. The module-by-module thresholds are shown in the course outline above.
Which organisations certify this course?
This course is certified by Gatehouse Awards, the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) and the CPD Certification Service.
Is the certificate included?
Yes. Your course fee includes the learning, assessment and course certificate.
When will I get access?
Once your payment is confirmed, the course is automatically added to your Learn-Link account.
