Mental Health First Aid

What is MHFA?

Mental Health First Aid is the help provided to a person who is 
developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem, or in a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until the appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves

This course involves both self-learning and two online group webinars where learning takes place through a mix of group activities, presentations and discussions. 
Throughout this course, you will be trained in the following topics: 
•    Depression 
•    Anxiety Problems 
•    Substance Abuse 
•    Psychosis

Why should I do a MHFA Course?

• Make a difference - gain invaluable knowledge of mental illnesses and appropriate first aid strategies, building your confidence to help others experiencing mental health problems.
• Stand out in the job market – Now that Degrees are becoming the norm, transferable skills and extra qualifications are becoming increasingly valuable. 
• You cannot get this everywhere – Not all student Unions provide this type of training so make the most of your experience as a Cardiff student and use the opportunities which are available to you now – you’ll miss them when you move on!
• Mental Health First Aid is an internationally recognised program – taking time outside of your studies to undertake a qualification recognised by most employers will reflect positively on yourself.
• Its FREE! – After Leaving university, you will discover that these types of courses can be costly, so why not take advantage of it now. 

Structure of the Course

The course is broken is to 4 sections of learning:

1. Self-Learning by working through the online materials for the first 3 modules (Introduction to MHFA, Depression, Anxiety). Duration: Each module can take up to approximately 1 hour to complete.
2. Webinar 1 – Learning and discussion related to the first 3 modules. Duration: 4 Hours.
3. Self-Learning by working through the online materials for the last 2 modules (Psychosis and Substance Use). Duration: Each module can take up to approximately 1 hour to complete.
4. Webinar 2 – Learning and discussion related to the last 2 modules. Duration: 4 Hours. 

If you would like to sign up to one of our MHFA training courses, please complete the form below and a member of the team will be in contact.
Please note that due to the sensitive topics discussed within the training, it is recommended that students have an appropriate level of well-being before signing-up.