MHFA England · Youth
Youth MHFA Aware course
A four-hour introduction, live online or in person at your school or workplace
Delivered by
Peter Larkum
Over 25 years workingwith young people, and an
MHFA England instructor
since 2009
This four-hour course makes you Youth Mental Health Aware, certified by MHFA England. A short, practical introduction to young people’s mental health.
At a glance
- Price
- £150 plus VAT per person (in-house, minimum 8 people)
- How long
- One four-hour session, live online or in person (half a day)
- Where
- Live online, or face to face at your school or workplace
- Group size
- Up to 25 people
- You get
- MHFA England certificate to say you are Youth Mental Health Aware, and a manual
Who it's for
Anyone who works with or cares for young people and wants a short, practical introduction to their mental health. It suits:
- School staff, from teachers to support and pastoral teams
- Youth workers, coaches and volunteers
- Parents and carers
No experience needed. You don’t need to be an expert, just willing to listen.
By the end you'll be able to
- Recognise common mental health issues affecting young people, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and psychosis
- Work more effectively with young people living with mental health issues
- Support a young person and relate to their experience
Taught through short presentations, group discussions and practical activities. Expect to laugh as well as learn.
Peter runs this course for your school or team, live online or in person. Ask about in-house training
What delegates say
★★★★★
“Hugely valuable and a must for anyone working with young people!”
Youth Mental Health First Aid course
★★★★★
“It was very insightful, emotional and educational.”
Youth Mental Health First Aid course
★★★★★
“Peter was an amazing instructor. It was really engaging and I feel as though it has really boosted my confidence when dealing with mental health situations.”
Youth Mental Health First Aid course
FAQs
Is this the official MHFA England course?
Yes. Peter is an accredited MHFA England Instructor Member, and everyone who completes the course is certified by MHFA England as Youth Mental Health Aware.
Aware or Youth First Aider: which is right for me?
Aware is a four-hour introduction. Youth First Aider is two days, or four online sessions, and trains you to support a young person in crisis. See the Youth First Aid course.
Is this suitable for a whole staff team?
Yes. Peter runs it for groups of up to 25 people, live online or at your school or workplace.
Is it live?
Yes. One four-hour live session with Peter, online or in person, never pre-recorded.
Can my organisation pay by invoice?
Yes. Card payment is taken when you book online. To pay by invoice instead, email hello@peterlarkum.com and we’ll arrange it.
Can you train our whole team?
Yes. Youth Aware runs as a private course for 8 people or more. See below.
Read more answers to common questions
More details
Format
Online course: one four-hour live session (in-house)
In person course: 1 session over half a day
Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities
We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn
Takeaways
Everyone who completes the course gets:
A certificate to say you are Youth Mental Health Aware
A manual to keep and refer to whenever you need it
Course Content
Higher or lower activity
What is mental health?
Protective and risk factors
Stigma and discrimination
Mental Health Continuum
Protective and risk factors case studies
Self-harm and suicide
Signs and symptoms of mental ill health in young people
Stress Container
Hand Model of the Brain
Take Time Together
Signposting to professional and self-help
Safeguarding
Recovery
Self-awareness and self-care
Action for Happiness: GREAT DREAM
Personal pledge
Wider perspective
Train your whole team
Bring Youth MHFA Aware training to your school or team. Peter runs the four-hour course on site or online, on dates that suit you.
Every organisation is different, so tell us a little about your team and choose what happens next: a tailored quote, or a short call to talk it through.
Alternatively, email hello@peterlarkum.com directly.