Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Level 2 First Aid for Mental Health Course in Plymouth

Cost£150.00
Duration2 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body

About this course

Level 2 Introduction to First Aid for Mental Health Course in Plymouth. Classes run at RACPD Plymouth over two full days. This introduction to first aid for mental health qualification covers how to recognise mental health conditions, provide initial support, and guide someone toward professional help. It's designed for anyone taking on a mental health first aider role at work, or anyone who wants to understand mental health first aid in a workplace setting. You'll need a minimum of Level 1 literacy or numeracy to join.

Who this course is for

The objective of this qualification is to support a role in the workplace and/or to give learners personal growth and engagement in learning, specifically in relation to understanding the principles of first aid for mental health.

A mental health first aider is a nominated person within an organisation who anyone can go to, to assist with a mental health problem. The first aider will help to advise and guide those needing assistance, and will have knowledge of how to identify those who are developing mental health issues.

Entry requirements

This qualification is approved for delivery to learners aged 16 and above. It is advised that learners have a minimum of level 1 in literacy and/or numeracy or equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of first aid for mental health and why it matters at work.
  • You'll learn how to recognise the signs of common mental health conditions.
  • You'll know how to start a supportive conversation with someone who may be struggling.
  • You'll understand when and how to refer someone to professional help.
  • You'll learn about the role of a mental health first aider within an organisation.
  • You'll understand factors that affect mental health and wellbeing.

How you will learn

The course is delivered in a classroom over two full days at RACPD Plymouth. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and case studies. Assessment is through a knowledge test or short-answer questions to confirm your understanding of the core content. No practical clinical skills are assessed.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. RACPD Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health first aider: nominated workplace support contact for mental health
  • HR or people manager: supporting staff wellbeing as part of your role
  • Team leader or supervisor: recognising and responding to mental health concerns
  • Care assistant: additional awareness when supporting vulnerable people
  • School or college support worker: helping students experiencing mental health difficulties
  • Community support worker: first-response awareness in a social care setting

What you could study next

  • Highfield Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health: the next step if you want to take on a supervisory or training support role in workplace mental health.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to deliver mental health awareness sessions to others.
  • A full mental health or counselling qualification at Level 3 or above, if you want to move into a dedicated mental health support role.

Related courses at RACPD Plymouth

More courses near you