This introductory four hour session raises awareness of mental health. It covers:

• What mental health is and how to challenge stigma

• A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues

• An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing

• Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue

Takeaways

Everyone who completes the course gets:

• A certificate of attendance to say you are Mental Health Aware

• A manual to refer to whenever you need it

• A workbook including a helpful toolkit to support your own mental health