First Aid for Mental Health – Level 2
This course provides learners with the knowledge to identify suspected mental health conditions as well as covering the effects of drugs and alcohol and the First Aid for Mental Health Action Plan.
This 1-Day course covers the content of the Level 1 course but also expands on the effects of drugs and alcohol, incorporates the First Aid for Mental Health Action Plan and covers ways in which a positive mental health culture can be supported within a workplace.
This course covers aspects including:
- What is First Aid for Mental Health?
- Identifying mental health conditions
- Providing advice and starting a healthy conversation
- Drugs and alcohol
- First Aid for Mental Health action plan
- First Aid for Mental Health in the workplace
Assessment
- Ongoing assessment by the instructor of candidates practical skills
- Successful completion of two written exam papers
Essential Information
- Course Duration – 1 Day
- Qualification Gained – Level 3 Accredited – OFQUAL Regulated and SQA Accreditation
- Length of Qualification – 3 Years
- Accredited By – First Aid Awards
- Exam Information: Ongoing practical assessment by the instructor and 2 written examinations
- Cost: £160 per person plus VAT
