Mental Health First Aid

Support Your Team’s Mental Wellbeing

Equip your people to recognise signs of mental health issues and support colleagues with confidence and compassion. This full-day workshop covers practical skills in starting supportive conversations, signposting to resources, and building a mentally healthy workplace culture. NCFE-accredited qualification available.

Per Person £225 + VAT minimum 10 delegates
Certificate Included • NCFE Accredited Option

Who Is It For?

Mental health first aiders designated in your organisation
Managers and team leaders responsible for employee wellbeing
HR professionals supporting workplace mental health strategies
Anyone who wants to be equipped to support colleagues struggling with mental health
Organisations building a psychologically safe, supportive workplace culture

Programme Structure

Format	Full-day workshop (9:00am–4:30pm)
Delegates	Minimum 10 per session (up to 20 face-to-face)
Delivery	Face-to-face at your premises nationwide
Accreditation	NCFE-accredited version available (additional assessment)
Hands-On	Role-plays and scenario-based learning throughout
Takeaway	Resource guide with signposting information and conversation templates

Key Modules

Recognising Mental Health Issues

Signs and symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, and other common mental health conditions.

Starting Supportive Conversations

How to talk to someone struggling with mental health without minimising or judging.

Signposting to Resources

When and how to direct someone to professional help and understand what support is available.

Building a Mentally Healthy Workplace

Creating a culture where people feel psychologically safe discussing mental health challenges.

What’s Included

Full-day facilitation by mental health first aid trainer
Comprehensive resource pack with signposting information
Mental health literacy framework and sign recognition guide
Conversation starters and active listening techniques
Local and national support service contact information
Certificate of completion for all delegates
NCFE-accredited assessment option (optional, additional cost)
6-week post-course support emails with reflection prompts
Optional: team wellbeing action plan consultation

Why TESS Group?

Trusted Quality

Ofsted Good rating
4.9/5 learner rating
10,000+ learners trained
Accredited trainers

Real Impact

Early intervention capability
Reduced stigma
Improved wellbeing culture
Better staff retention

Programme Options

Core Training	£225 + VAT per person (certificate)
NCFE Accredited	£275 + VAT per person (with assessment)
Follow-Up Support	£300 half-day group debrief (3 months post-training)
Min Delegates	10 per session (up to 20 face-to-face)

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Mental Health Support = Healthier, More Engaged Teams

1 in 5 workers experiences mental health issues, yet many fear speaking up at work. Training your people as mental health first aiders creates a supportive culture where people feel safe, valued, and willing to seek help. At just £225 per person, this workshop equips your team to recognise warning signs, have compassionate conversations, and know when and how to signpost to professional support. A mentally healthy workplace is a productive workplace.

What Delegates Say

“This training gave me confidence to speak to a team member struggling with anxiety. I was able to help connect them with support before the situation became critical.”

— Workshop Delegate • Team Manager

“The conversation techniques are practical and non-judgmental. I feel equipped to support colleagues while knowing my own limits and when to escalate to professionals.”

— Workshop Delegate • HR Manager

“Essential training for anyone in a leadership role. The NCFE accreditation is a bonus and adds credibility to our wellbeing initiatives.”

— Workshop Delegate • Senior Manager