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Level 3 Mental Health First Aid Course Online

Cost£300.00
Duration2 days
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyRSPH
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About this course

Level 3 Mental Health First Aid Course. Study online at Siren Training. The course runs over 2 days and fits around your schedule, with no prior qualifications needed. You'll learn how to recognise signs of mental health conditions, provide first-line support, and guide people toward appropriate help. It covers a wide range of conditions and gives you practical tools to respond in real situations. Roles in education, care, support work, and management all draw on these skills.

Who this course is for

Mental Health First Aid Course

This course is ideal for anyone looking to improve their understanding of mental health and support those experiencing mental health challenges. It is particularly beneficial for managers, HR professionals, educators, first responders, and individuals in customer-facing roles. Whether you are looking to enhance workplace wellbeing, provide support to colleagues, or improve personal awareness, this course offers practical skills, confidence, and resources to respond effectively. Participants will engage in interactive discussions, case studies, and real-life scenarios to build their knowledge and ability to handle mental health situations with empathy and care.

Entry requirements

No prior qualifications are required. However, participants should be prepared for discussions around sensitive topics. A basic level of literacy is recommended to engage with course materials.

What you will learn

  • You'll recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions.
  • You'll learn how to start a supportive conversation with someone in distress.
  • You'll understand how to signpost people to professional help and community resources.
  • You'll develop awareness of the factors that affect mental health and wellbeing.
  • You'll learn how to support someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
  • You'll understand the impact of stigma and how to challenge it.
  • You'll build a personal action plan for supporting mental health in your setting.

How you will learn

The course is delivered online over 2 days with live, structured sessions running from 9:30 to 17:00. Learning combines presentations, group discussion, and scenario-based activities. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a separate written exam. You'll need to engage actively with discussions, including some around sensitive topics.

What you will need to bring

Siren Training will confirm anything you need before you start. You'll need a reliable internet connection and a device that supports video calls and online materials.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental Health First Aider: designated workplace mental health contact
  • Support Worker: assist people with mental health or learning needs
  • Care Assistant: provide day-to-day support in care settings
  • Teaching Assistant: support pupils' emotional and mental wellbeing
  • SEN Teaching Assistant: work with students with additional needs
  • Youth Support Worker: support young people facing mental health challenges
  • Nursery Practitioner: apply wellbeing knowledge in early years settings
  • Adult Educator: teach or facilitate in community or further education

What you could study next

A level 3 mental health first aid qualification is a strong foundation for further study in mental health, health and social care, or education.

  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach or train others in mental health topics.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your skills for roles in care and support.
  • Level 4 or 5 qualifications in Mental Health Practice: for those moving toward clinical or specialist support roles.
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