MHFA England · Youth
Youth MHFA Champion course
One day 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 one-day course qualifies you as a Youth MHFA Champion, certified by MHFA England.
At a glance
- Price
- £200 plus VAT per person (in-house, minimum 8 people)
- How long
- One full day in person (two sessions)
- Where
- At your school or workplace
- Group size
- Up to 16 people, so everyone gets support and a say
- You get
- MHFA England certificate as a Youth MHFA Champion and a Youth MHFA manual
Who it's for
Anyone who works with young people and wants a one-day grounding in youth mental health. It suits:
- Teachers, tutors and pastoral staff
- Youth workers, coaches and volunteers
- Schools and organisations building a supportive culture for young people
No experience needed. You don’t need to be an expert, just willing to listen.
By the end you'll be able to
- Understand common mental health issues and how they affect young people
- Spot signs of mental ill health and guide a young person to support
- Advocate for mental health awareness with confidence
- Support positive wellbeing
The course follows the MHFA England action plan, taught through short presentations, group discussions and practical activities. Expect to laugh as well as learn.
This course runs at your school or workplace for groups of 8 or more. Ask about in-house training
What delegates say
★★★★★
“In over 30 years working in education this was most probably the most interesting and informative course I have ever done! Peter is an inspirational trainer/speaker who challenged my thoughts and points of view…”
Youth Mental Health First Aid course
★★★★★
“Absolutely phenomenal course that everyone should do. It offered such insight and opened up discussions within different teams that never would have been had.”
Youth Mental Health First Aid course
★★★★★
“This was an excellent empowering course and Pete is an excellent leader and speaker, full of compassion, wisdom, integrity and with a great sense of humour. He led us through important and difficult subjects with sensitivity and wisdom.”
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 a Youth MHFA Champion.
Champion or Youth First Aider: which is right for me?
Champion is one day. Youth First Aider is two days, or four online sessions, and goes deeper into crisis support. See the Youth First Aid course.
Is it emotionally heavy?
The course covers serious topics, including suicide and self-harm. Peter keeps the room safe and supportive, and you can step out at any time. Many delegates say it was lighter and more enjoyable than they expected.
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. Peter runs Youth Champion at your school or workplace, for up to 16 people per course. See below.
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More details
Format
Online course: not available. Youth Champion runs in person, at your school or workplace
In person course: 2 sessions across 1 full day
Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities
We limit numbers to 16 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 of attendance to say you are a Youth MHFA Champion
A Youth MHFA manual to refer to whenever you need it
Course Content
Session 1
Why Youth MHFA One Day?
What is mental health and mental ill health?
Stigma and discrimination
The Mental Health First Aid action plan
Depression
Suicide
Session 2
Anxiety
Self-harm
Eating disorders
Psychosis
Recovery
Resilience
Train your whole team
Bring Youth MHFA Champion training to your school or team. Peter runs the one-day course on site, 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.