Mental Health Training Courses
Mental health touches every part of our lives—how we think, feel, and act—both at work and at home. When our mental well-being is strong, we’re more focused, resilient, and better equipped to build meaningful relationships. But when it’s not, productivity and overall quality of life can suffer.
Workplaces are more than just places to earn a living—they’re environments that can either nurture or challenge our mental health. With 60% of the global population in employment, creating supportive, mentally healthy workplaces has never been more important.
Employers have a legal duty to assess and manage risks to mental health, just as they do for physical safety. Providing training is a powerful way to meet that responsibility and foster a culture of care and awareness.
Explore our Mental Health & Wellbeing Courses
Equip your team with practical tools to support mental wellbeing—professionally and personally.
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid Course Summary
This course equips participants to identify and support individuals facing mental health challenges or substance use issues in the workplace. It highlights the importance of Mental Health First Aid and workplace wellness initiatives, explores the impact of stress, and explains how mental health and stress are interconnected.
The course also outlines the responsibilities of employers, managers, and employees in implementing effective Mental Health First Aid programmes. It concludes with practical guidance on supporting affected individuals and directing them to appropriate resources.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the purpose and value of Mental Health First Aid.
- Recognize common mental health issues and their workplace impact.
- Identify stress-related challenges and their link to mental health.
- Define roles and responsibilities in promoting mental wellness.
- Develop a workplace wellness strategy.
Target Audience: Ideal for employees seeking to become Mental Health First Aiders, as well as supervisors and managers interested in launching Mental Health First Aid programmes.
- Gatehouse Awards, CPD & IIRSM Approved
- 90 minutes duration
- £20.00 + VAT
Mental Health Awareness
This course clarifies the distinction between mental health and mental illness, emphasising that mental health issues can affect anyone, regardless of background or personal characteristics. It provides an overview of common mental health conditions, their symptoms, and practical guidance for working effectively with individuals experiencing these challenges.
Modules:
- What is Mental Illness & Prevalence Rates
Understanding definitions and how widespread mental illness is. - Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Psychotic Disorders & Schizophrenia
Recognising key indicators of these conditions. - Symptoms of Anxiety, Personality Disorders & Self-Harm
Identifying signs and understanding behavioural patterns.
- CPD Approved
- 20 minutes duration
- £20.00 +VAT
Supervising Mental Health at Work
This course will look at supervising stress and mental health at work and show you how to create a good mental health culture in your workplace.
- CPD & IIRSM Approved
- 25 minutes duration
- £20.00 +VAT
Developing A Workplace Mental Health Policy
This course explores the difference between mental health and mental illness. You'll learn to recognise the symptoms of some of the most common mental health conditions—helping you understand what to look out for and what to expect when working with individuals affected by them. It also offers practical guidance on how to work effectively with those experiencing mental health challenges, fostering a more supportive and inclusive workplace.
- CPD Approved
- 25 minutes duration
- £20.00 +VAT
Stress Management
Stress affects both organisations and their people—and it's a growing concern. Each year, stress contributes significantly to work-related illness, impacting wellbeing, morale, and productivity. Understanding the signs of stress, recognising common triggers, and learning how to manage them can make a meaningful difference—not just for yourself, but for those around you. This course offers a clear introduction to stress: why it matters, what causes it, and practical strategies to reduce its impact in the workplace.
- CPD & IIRSM Approved
- 30 minutes duration
- £20.00 +VAT