Why First Aiders for Mental Health?
Why Every School Should Have
First Aiders for Mental Health
Schools invest in physical first aid because emergencies require trained responses.
Mental health deserves the same level of commitment.
For school leaders, investing in accredited First Aid for Mental Health training demonstrates a commitment to staff wellbeing, strengthens safeguarding practices, and contributes to a healthier, more resilient workforce.
First Aid for Mental Health training equips staff to recognise the early signs of mental ill-health, respond
appropriately, and guide colleagues and pupils toward the right support.
Having qualified First Aiders for Mental Health builds a positive culture where wellbeing is prioritised
and staff feel safe asking for help.
Level 1
Online Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health
First Aid Awards (FAA): In partnership with NUCO. Ofqual regulated.
A short course of 4 hours, plus an individual assessment of 20 minutes
Recognise common symptoms of mental ill-health
Increase confidence in talking about mental health
Can lead to Level 2 qualification
The course is £49 per learner. This includes a manual, training, assessment, and an e-certificate valid for 3 years. 10% discount for groups of 5 or more. And a TA/LSA goes FREE with every paid place.
Note: This course does not entitle participants to be designated First Aiders for Mental Health (see next section)
Level 2
Online Award in First Aid for Mental Health
First Aid Awards (FAA): In partnership with NUCO. Ofqual regulated.
- A 6 hour course, plus an individual assessment of 30 minutes
- A parallel qualification to First Aider for Physical Health qualification
- Trains staff/pupils to be qualified First Aiders for Mental Health
- Contributes to safeguarding
- Identify when an employee, teacher, or pupil is struggling
- Learn how to provide support
- Prevent self-harm
- The course is priced at £120 per learner. This includes a manual, training, assessment, and an e-certificate valid for 3 years. 10% discount applies for groups of 5 or more. And a TA/LSA goes FREE with every paid place.
Level 2
Online Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health
First Aid Awards (FAA): In partnership with NUCO. Ofqual regulated.
A 6 hour course, plus an individual assessment of 30 minutes
A parallel qualification to the First Aider for Physical Health qualification
Appropriate for schools and organisations that support young people
Learn about common adolescent mental health conditions
Also appropriate for pupils aged 14+
Contributes to safeguarding
Prevent self-harm
The course is priced at £120 per learner. This includes a manual, training, assessment, and an e-certificate valid for 3 years. 10% discount applies for groups of 5 or more. And a TA/LSA goes FREE with every paid place.
