Our First Aid for Mental Health courses equip learners with the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to recognise mental health issues, start supportive conversations, and signpost individuals to appropriate help.
Delivered by Nuco‑accredited instructors and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA), these qualifications are nationally recognised and suitable for workplaces, education settings, and community organisations.
We offer a range of First Aid for Mental Health qualifications, allowing learners and employers to choose the level that best meets their needs:
Our team can help learners and employers choose the most appropriate level based on role, responsibilities, and organisational needs.
Ideal for:
Individuals who want a basic awareness of mental health and the role of a mental health first aider.
This entry‑level qualification provides an introduction to mental health, helping learners understand:
Duration: Approximately 4 hours (classroom)
Qualification validity: 3 years
Assessment: Written assessment or professional discussion
Awarding body: First Aid Awards (FAA)
This qualification focuses on awareness, not diagnosis or treatment.
Ideal for:
Workplace first aiders, managers, supervisors, and staff with responsibility for supporting mental wellbeing.
This qualification builds on awareness and provides more in‑depth learning, including:
Duration: 6 hours (typically 1 day)
Qualification validity: 3 years
Assessment: Written assessment and practical demonstration
Awarding body: First Aid Awards (FAA)
This course supports employer responsibilities under health and safety guidance and workplace wellbeing initiatives.
Ideal for:
Anyone working with or supporting children and young people, including education staff, youth workers, parents, carers, and volunteers.
This qualification focuses specifically on mental health challenges faced by young people and covers:
Duration: 6 hours (typically 1 day)
Qualification validity: 3 years
Assessment: Written assessment and practical demonstration
Awarding body: First Aid Awards (FAA)
Ideal for:
Managers, supervisors, mental health champions, senior staff, and those responsible for leading or overseeing mental health support within an organisation.
This advanced qualification builds on Levels 1 and 2 and is designed for learners who need a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and the confidence to lead a positive mental health culture in the workplace.
The course covers:
Learners will not diagnose or treat mental health conditions, but will be equipped to recognise concerns, support individuals appropriately, and lead best practice within their organisation.
Duration:
Assessment:
Qualification validity: 3 years
Awarding body: First Aid Awards (FAA)
There is currently no funding available for this qualification. Learners will need to self‑fund the course.
We offer discounted group rates and can train up to 12 learners per session.
We also provide tailored, on‑site delivery for organisations.
📞 Contact our office for a personalised quote and advice.
Completing a First Aid for Mental Health qualification can support both professional development and wider organisational wellbeing.
Depending on the level completed, learners may progress to:
Higher‑level First Aid for Mental Health qualifications, including:
Broader first aid and health & safety training, such as:
Enhanced workplace responsibilities, including:
For organisations, these qualifications help build stronger support networks, improve staff confidence, and demonstrate a commitment to employee wellbeing and duty of care.
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Nuco
Face-to-Face
A maximum of 16 students are allowed on the course and must be a minimum of 16 years of age.
Supervising First Aid for Mental Health
Unit code: L/617/2920
A range of methods are used, including practical and questioning (open and multiple-choice).
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