Supervising First Aid for Mental Health

Introduction

This course builds on the Level 5 Award in First Aid for Mental Health. It covers a wider range of mental health conditions. It goes into detail on the range of therapy and professional support that a person may be given by professional bodies during treatment for a mental health condition.

The course is suitable for all persons within a workplace, but is aimed at those who hold a supervisory/managerial level position and who have responsibility for implementing a positive mental health culture and responsibility for First Aid for Mental Health within an organisation.

On completion, delegates will receive an accredited certificate: An Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health at SCQF Level 6

Course code

SSFM

Location

Dumfries and Stranraer Campus

Duration

2 Days; 09:00 – 16:30

Price

£120.00

Availability

Location: Dumfries
Day 1 – 02 Dec 2025 09:00
Day 2 – 03 Dec 2025 09:00

Entry Requirements

Important Notice for All Course Attendees To attend and complete the course, you must bring valid photographic identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:

  • A valid UK passport
  • A full or provisional UK driving licence

Please note:
Failure to present a valid photo ID on the day may result in you being unable to complete the course. This requirement is part of our compliance procedures and is essential for verifying participant identity. Thank you for your cooperation.

Course Content

A range of subjects are covered including:

What is First Aid for Mental Health?

Identifying mental health conditions

Providing advice and starting a conversation

Drugs and alcohol

First Aid for Mental Health action plan

First Aid for Mental Health in the Workplace

A large range of Mental Health conditions is covered in detail

Assessments

Summative practical assessment is ongoing by the instructor each day, along with a written assessment on each day. An Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health at SCQF Level 6 will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment

Course Contact Details

If you would like more information or to reserve a place on a course, please get in touch.

Telephone: 01387 734199
E-mail:shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk

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