Mental Health First Aid Refresher
4 Hour Course
Maintain Confidence. Stay Current. Keep Making a Difference.
This focused half-day course is designed for qualified Mental Health First Aiders who want to refresh their skills, renew their confidence, and ensure they remain effective in supporting mental health at work.
Delivered either online or face-to-face, the session revisits the key principles of Mental Health First Aid, explores updated tools and approaches, and provides practical opportunities to strengthen real-world application.
By the end of the course, delegates will be fully up to date and ready to continue providing safe, effective, and compassionate mental health support in the workplace.
Delivery:
On-site or online
Duration:
4 Hours
Assessment:
Participation in discussions
& practical exercises
Certification:
MHFA Refresher Certificate
upon completion
Why This Course
Is Right for Your Team
- Keeps MHFAiders up to date with the latest tools and best practice
- Reinforces confidence in responding to real-world mental health situations
- Supports a stronger, more proactive workplace wellbeing culture
- Short, impactful training designed for busy professionals
What’s Covered in the Course
- Core principles of MHFA and the ALGEE action plan
- Workplace stress and stigma: recognising and addressing barriers
- Maintaining healthy boundaries and self-care practices
- New tools and conversation techniques for effective support
- Scenario-based practice with professional feedback
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Course Format & Certification
- Pre-requisites: Delegates must have completed the full Mental Health First Aid course and hold a valid MHFA certificate.
- Delivery: On-site or online
- Duration: The course is delivered during one 4 hour session
- Assessment: There is no formal exam. Learning is assessed through participation in discussions and practical exercises. All delegates receive an MHFA Refresher certificate upon completion.
- Qualification: All delegates receive an MHFA Refresher certificate upon completion.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone in your organisation who wishes to support colleagues’ mental health and wellbeing.
Career & Skills Progression
Completing the Refresher course ensures that existing MHFAiders maintain high levels of competency and confidence in their role. The course also supports progression into advanced wellbeing and leadership training, such as Mental Health Champion programmes, workplace wellbeing strategy courses, or occupational health development.
FAQs – Mental Health First Aid Refresher
How often should I take the MHFA Refresher course?
MHFA England recommends refreshing your skills every three years to remain confident and effective.
Is this course different from the full MHFA training?
Yes. This is a condensed refresher designed for those who already hold an MHFAider certificate.
Can I attend if my certificate has expired?
Ideally, you should refresh before your certificate expires, but if it has lapsed recently, you may still attend to reinstate your skills.
Will I still be recognised as a qualified MHFAider after the refresher?
Yes, completing the refresher renews your status as a current MHFAider.
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