Day 1 – Building Awareness and Skills

Session 1

• Introduction to MHFA and the role of a Mental Health First Aider
• Understanding mental health and the importance of language
• Overview of the ALGEE action plan
• The Stress Container model and how perspective shapes response
• Practical conversation examples using video case studies

Session 2

• Factors influencing mental health
• The Mental Health Continuum
• Recognising anxiety and panic attacks
• Crisis first aid for trauma and panic situations
• Introduction to eating disorders and substance misuse
• Active listening and conversation skills practice

Day 2 – Applying Knowledge and Providing Support

Session 3

• Applying ALGEE to different mental health scenarios
• Understanding depression and suicidal thoughts
• First aid for suicide crisis situations
• Introduction to psychosis and appropriate first aid responses
• Learning from lived experience through video case studies

Session 4

• Principles of recovery and healthy professional boundaries
• Continuing the MHFA role in the workplace
• Guided conversation practice with structured feedback
• Final reflections and course wrap-up