Our Courses

Wise Mind Training Training Courses

'We provide a range of mental health and well-being courses in workplaces throughout the UK and run mental health first aid courses which are open to the public

Friendly Environment

Our courses are conducted either at your business premises or off-site and are both educational and fun!

Team Activity

Our courses can be run for your entire team, allowing you to learn together.

Certification

Every delegate will receive a certificate from MHFA England upon completion of a course.

Qualified Instructors

All of our instructors are MHFA England-approved, and know their stuff!

No prior knowledge required

No prior knowledge or experience of Mental Health is required to attend any of our courses.

Downloadable Resources

We have plenty of written resources for you to take away and continue learning from home.

Our Courses

Adult Mental Health First Aid Two Day Course

Adult Mental Health First Aid One-Day Course

Adult Mental Health Aware Half Day Course

Two-day Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Course

Refresher Courses

Mental Health First Aid Online Course

Mental Health

Adult Mental Health First Aid Two Day Course

Developed by MHFA England this course qualifies delegates as Mental Health First Aiders. Delegates learn how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and how to provide help on a ‘first aid’ basis. It is ideal for workplaces and uses case studies from a variety of sectors.

Delegates will get a deep understanding of what mental health is and what factors can affect wellbeing. The course teaches delegates practical skills and gives them the confidence to approach and support a person who needs assistance. It also gives delegates the tools to recognise and maintain their own wellbeing.

We are excited to announce that we will be running our Two Day Adult Mental Health Course for the general public. Watch this space, or contact us for more information.

Topics covered:

  • What is mental health?
  • Mental Health First Aid Plan
  • Stigma and discrimination
  • Stress
  • Depression
  • Depression in the workplace
  • Suicidal crisis
  • Alcohol, drugs and mental health
  • Self-care
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Cognitive distortions and CBT
  • Personality disorders
  • Eating disorders
  • Self-harm
  • Psychosis
  • Schizophrenia
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Recovery and building resources
Adult Mental Health First Aid Two Day Course

Assessment

There is no formal assessment for this course, but delegates must complete all sections of the course.

Certification

On completion of the course, delegates will receive a Mental Health First Aider certificate from MHFA England.

Mental Health

Adult Mental Health First Aid One-Day Course

Developed by MHFA England this one-day ‘champions’ course gives delegates an understanding of common mental health illnesses.  Delegates will learn how to spot the spot signs of mental ill health and how to start a conversation to support positive wellbeing for themselves and others.

This course is ideal for anyone that wants to gain a greater understanding of mental health and how to support people in difficult times.

Topics covered:

  • Mental health and stress in the workplace
  • Stigma and discrimination
  • Depression
  • Anxiety disorders
  • An overview of other mental health issues (eating disorders, self-harm, psychosis)
  • Early warning signs of mental ill health
  • Alcohol, drugs and mental health
  • Mental Health First Aid action plan
  • Suicide
  • Recovery
Adult Mental Health First Aid One-Day Course

Assessment

There is no formal assessment for this course, but delegates must complete all sections of the course.

Certification

On completion of the course, delegates will receive a Mental Health First Aid Champion certificate from MHFA England.

Mental Health

Adult Mental Health Aware Half Day Course

Developed by MHFA England, this four-hour course will give delegates an understanding of what mental health is and how to challenge stigma. The course gives delegates a basic knowledge of common mental health issues.

It is suitable for anyone looking to understand and improve their knowledge and confidence about mental health and feel confident to support their own and others’ positive mental wellbeing.

Topics covered:

  • What is mental health?
  • Factors which affect mental health
  • Stigma
  • Stress and stress management
  • Spotting signs of distress
  • Mental health conditions
  • Recovery
  • Starting a supportive conversation
  • Supporting mental health in the workplace
  • Helpful resources
Adult Mental Health Aware Half Day Course

Assessment

There is no formal assessment for this course, but delegates must complete all sections.

Certification

On completion of the course, delegates will receive a Mental Health Aware certificate from MHFA England.

Youth Mental Health

Two-day Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Course

Developed by MHFA England, this course qualifies delegates as youth mental health first aiders. Delegates will get an in depth understanding of mental health and learn how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health.  They also learn how to provide help on a ‘first aid’ basis.  It is ideal for anyone working with young people.

Topics covered:

  • Risk factors
  • Protective factors
  • Preventing mental health issues and promoting wellbeing
  • The Youth Mental Health First Aid Action Plan
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Suicide
  • Psychosis
  • Self Harm
  • Eating Disorders
  • Recovery
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Course

Assessment

There is no formal assessment for this course, but delegates must complete all sections.

Certification

On completion of the course, delegates will receive a Mental Health Aware certificate from MHFA England.

Mental Health

Mental Health First Aid Refresher

Empower Mental Health First Aiders and MHFA Champions to maintain their skills with regular Refresher training. Just like physical first aid, we recommend that you refresh your skills every three years.

If it's time to update your skills, book onto an MHFA Refresher course now and feel confident that you are performing your vital role safely.

Mental Health

Online Mental Health First Aid

This course will teach you practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues. Gain confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress.

On completion, you will be a certified Mental Health First Aider. This course is a blend of live online training sessions and self-learning activities.

Mental Health

Starting a 'virtual' conversation about mental health

This 3 hour online workshop is aimed at anyone responsible for managing employees working from home or remotely. Spotting the signs of poor mental health when our colleagues are working from home can be tricky and this course will lead delegates through each stage from spotting the signs, the 4 step approach – Ask, Listen, Encourage and Check and ends with looking at an employer’s responsibilities under UK law.

As with all our courses, a bespoke version can be developed for your organisation.