FAA Level 2 Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health - 1 day
Valid for 3 years
This FAA Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health qualification is suitable for anyone who actively connects with children such as parents, carers, teachers, youth group leaders and young adults.
The qualification has been designed with children and young people in mind covering areas such as depression, self-harm, eating disorders and bullying and will provide the knowledge and skills to identify a potential mental health condition, start a conversation, and provide support and guidance to professional help.
The qualification addresses critical issues faced by children and young people, including depression, self-harm, eating disorders, and bullying. Participants will gain essential knowledge and skills to identify potential mental health conditions, initiate constructive conversations, and offer effective support while guiding individuals towards professional assistance.
By focusing on these areas, the course aims to empower individuals to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people experiencing mental health challenges. Implementing this training can play a significant role in fostering a supportive environment where young individuals feel safe to seek help.
Course content
A range of subjects are covered including:
• What is first aid for youth mental health?
• Identifying mental health conditions: signs, symptoms and support
• Addressing critical issues
• Stress
• Drugs and alcohol
• First aid action plan for mental health
Assessment
The qualification is assessed through a written assessment paper and the practical demonstration of the first aid action plan for mental health.
Learners must successfully pass both parts of the assessment to be awarded the qualification.
A Level 2 Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment.
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a First Aid for Youth Mental Health certificate, fully regulated and valid for three years.
All courses come with E-certificates and paper certificates.
Duration
1 Day course. 6 hrs contact time, excluding breaks.
We are able to accommodate up to 16 learners on this course.
Location
Courses can be delivered in-house, at a location of your choice, or a venue arranged by us.
Included
Costs of books and other resources are included in course fee.
Additional
We are also able to provide essential regulatory workplace policies, Health and Safety Executive compliance documents and can conduct a full workplace review outlining recommendations for First Aid and Mental Health First Aid provision, if required.
Cost
From £95 per person.
Based on group size and location.
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