Purpose & Scope
To prepare candidates to act as Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Champions—individuals equipped to recognise mental ill health, support wellbeing, and promote mental health awareness in the workplace.
Content Overview
Champions will:
- Understand common mental health issues
- Spot early signs of mental ill health
- Support positive mental wellbeing
- Advocate for mental health awareness
Session 1:
- Introduction to MHFA
- Mental health, stress, stigma, and discrimination
- Overview of mental health conditions: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-harm, psychosis
- Substance misuse and its impact on mental health
- Recognising early warning signs
Entry Requirements
- None
Session 2:
- MHFA Action Plan:
- Approach, assess, and assist in crisis
- Listen non-judgmentally
- Provide support and information
- Encourage professional help
- Encourage other supports
- Suicide awareness
- Recovery and workplace wellbeing
- Action planning for MHFA roles
Duration
- 1 day (7–8 hours)
Target Audience
Operatives and supervisors in construction
Delivery Format
- Online or classroom-based
Renewal & Refresher
- No mandatory renewal
- Recommended refresher every 3 years (aligned with HSE guidance)
Assessment
Trainer must confirm all learning outcomes are met
Learning Outcomes
Candidates will be able to:
- Recognise signs of mental ill health
- Provide initial support and guide individuals to help
- Promote a mentally healthy workplace
- Maintain their own wellbeing
Review Cycle
- Every 3 years or upon request