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Youth MHFA Aware: what you will learn

A short MHFA England introduction to young people’s mental health, for staff teams.

This course gives the adults in a young person’s life a shared understanding of youth mental health, and the confidence to notice when something is wrong and offer first support. I'm Peter Larkum, an award-winning MHFA England Instructor Member. I've been teaching Mental Health First Aid since 2009.

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Who it's for

  • School, college and youth organisation staff
  • Anyone who lives with, works with or supports young people aged 8 to 18

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • Define mental health and emotional wellbeing
  • Relate to the experiences young people face today
  • Recognise some signs of mental health distress
  • Start a supportive conversation about mental ill health
  • Practise self-care

At a glance

LengthOne short session, live online or in person
WhereLive online, or at your school or workplace
Group sizeUp to 25 people
You getMHFA England certificate to say you are Youth Mental Health Aware, manual and workbook
PriceIn-house only, contact me for a quote

Course detailsAsk about in-house training

Related courses

To go further, see Youth MHFA Champion or the full Youth Mental Health First Aid course.

An MHFA England course, delivered by Peter Larkum, Winchester, Hampshire. See all MHFA courses.