About this course
This Mental Health First Aid course is designed for managers, supervisors, and employees who want to learn how to support a colleague who may be developing a mental health difficulty or experiencing a mental health crisis. Participants are introduced to a clear and practical framework for communication, equipping them to offer initial support and guide their co-worker towards appropriate professional help and other relevant supports in an empathetic and respectful manner. Each participant receives a copy of the Mental Health First Aid manual and a Certificate of Completion.
Mental Health First Aid training offers a proactive, evidence-based approach to workplace wellbeing. It can form a key element of an organisation’s wellness strategy, helping to foster a culture of support and understanding—not only within the workplace, but in the broader communities of colleagues, families, and friends. Mental health difficulties are a leading cause of absenteeism and presenteeism. They can impact an employee’s concentration, decision-making, memory, and motivation. Early interventions, such as Mental Health First Aid, contribute to a more inclusive and responsive workplace culture, where staff feel valued and supported.
Investing in Mental Health First Aid can also help build stronger, more trusting relationships between managers and team members, and create a psychologically safer and more compassionate working environment.
Key information
Duration
12 hours
Location
Courses can be delivered online or in-person
Fees
EUR €300.00
Prerequisites
When training is delivered online, all training will default to Zoom, unless otherwise specified. This course is not a therapy/support group and is not suitable for anyone under the age of 18 to attend. If you have experienced a recent crisis or bereavement linked to mental health, we recommend that you wait 12-18 months before attending Mental Health First Aid training.
Upcoming Courses
September 2025
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MHFA Public Online/Onsite
Wed,24Sep2025,09:30 BST-16:00 BST
Online
From €325.00
October 2025
MHFA Public Online/Onsite
Wed,01Oct2025,09:30 BST-16:00 BST
Online
From €325.00
MHFA Public Online/Onsite
Wed,01Oct2025,09:30-16:00
From €325.00
MHFA Public Online/Onsite
Tue,07Oct2025,09:30-16:00
From €325.00
MHFA Public Online/Onsite
Tue,14Oct2025,09:30 BST-16:00 BST
Online
From €325.00
November 2025
How we learn togetherThe course can be delivered over two days or in four 3-hour modules.
Mental Health Topics Covered in this CourseThis training focuses on developing practical knowledge and skills that can be applied in a workplace setting. The curriculum is based on evidence-informed guidelines developed through expert consensus, including input from people with lived experience of mental health difficulties and mental health professionals.
Participants learn how to recognise common mental health problems, respond appropriately, and offer initial support to a colleague who may be experiencing a mental health difficulty or crisis.
Emerging mental health problems covered include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Psychosis
- Substance Misuse
Mental health crises covered include:
- Suicidal thoughts and behaviours
- Self-harm
- Panic attacks
- Traumatic events
- Severe psychotic states
- Severe effects of alcohol or other drug use
- Aggressive behaviours
Evidence-basedResearch and evaluation have been integral to the Mental Health First Aid programme since its inception, led by co-founder Professor Anthony Jorm at the University of Melbourne. International studies have shown that Mental Health First Aid training is associated with improved knowledge of mental health problems, their treatments, and appropriate first aid strategies. It is also linked to a reduction in stigmatising attitudes, increased confidence, and a greater likelihood of offering support to someone in difficulty.
In Ireland, a 2022 study by Janine Horgan at the University of Limerick evaluated participants’ post-training experiences and helping behaviours. The findings confirmed that Mental Health First Aid training enhances knowledge and confidence in supporting others, while also highlighting the role of stigma, access to resources, and the importance of inclusive, supportive environments in enabling effective helping behaviours.
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