Mental Health First Aid in Schools
Welcome to Mental Health First Aid for Schools, an essential course designed to equip educators, school staff, and administrators with the knowledge and skills needed to support the mental health and well-being of students, colleagues, and visitors within a school setting. This comprehensive course covers a wide range of topics, including:
- The fundamentals of mental health first aid and its importance in a school setting.
- Recognise different types of mental ill-health and their indicators within a school environment.
- Learn strategies to support individuals facing mental health crises.
- Develop skills to create healthy environments that promote well-being.
- Understand safeguarding principles and how to implement them effectively.
- Explore the impact of stigma and stereotypes on mental health.
- Gain insights into the role and responsibilities of a mental health first aider.
- Learn about the importance of wellness action plans and how to create them.