MHFA@W mastery: applied deep-dive and refresher
Topic ID
B11
Duration
8 hours
Audience
Employees
Topic Description
The Mental Health First Aid @ Work Refresher course is specifically designed for individuals who have previously completed Mental Health First Aid training and seek to refresh their knowledge and skills in the field. This comprehensive course aims to provide participants with updated insights and techniques for effectively supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges across diverse contexts. The course is divided into four distinct phases, each targeting specific areas of mental health, ranging from foundational concepts to workplace-related issues, culminating in a comprehensive refresher on the referral process. By engaging in this course, participants will enhance their ability to provide relevant and informed support to those in need of mental health assistance.
Learning Outcomes
The 4 phase course:
Course 1: The basics
Training session that will take place over 2 hours.
- Mental health first aid: Refresher
- What is mental health first aid?
- What are we aiming to achieve?
- Mental health first aid process
- What do we want to achieve?
- The 3 C’s
- Setting up a comforting space
- Case studies
- Reminder of Lyra supprort
Course 2: Mental health awareness
Training session that will take place over 2 hours.
- What is mental health?
- Stigma: The barrier to mental health
- The mental health continuum
- Empathy
- Keeping a clear mind
- Case studies
- Reminder of Lyra support
Course 3: Common mental illnesses within the workplace
Training session that will take place over 2 hours.
- Identifying the employee at risk
- What are the warning signs?
- Common mental risks within the workplace
- Stress & anxiety
- Depression
- Substance abuse
- Suicidal ideation
- How do the fundamentals transition to these risks?
- Case studies
- Reminder of Lyra support
Course 4: Referral refresher
Training session that will take place over 2 hours.
- Action steps
- What are the action steps in mental health first aid
- Role alignment
- Reminder of our role within the process
- Setting clear boundaries
- Capable connectors
- Setting up referral networks
- Case study
- Lyra referral process
Disclaimers
Multi-session skills enhancement spread over 3-6 weeks (8 hours total). Sessions can be hosted online or in-person by client organisations. Topics may be adapted upon enquiry.