Mental Health First Aid 2 day course
Course Summary

Course Type:
Leadership and management
Course.Provider:
Seas The Mind
Course location:
Online
Course.CloseDate:
10/12/2026 11:00:00 PM
Posted:
3 hours ago
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Course Description - Mental Health First Aid 2 day course
- Become a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®)
- This globally recognised training teaches people how to identify, understand and help someone who may be experiencing a mental health issue onboard.
- You’ll learn to recognise warning signs of mental ill health and develop the skills and confidence to approach and support someone while keeping yourself safe.
- Delivered across four time-sensitive sessions. Learning takes place through a dynamic mix of presentations, group discussions, and workshop activities.
- Open to all, but especially pertinent for HoD's and leadership roles onboard. Some of the skills, confidence and knowledge gained thought out:
- Recognise those who may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention
- Encourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other supports
- Practise active listening and empathy
- Have a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigma
- Discuss the role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality
- Practise self-care
All our courses cover the topics with a focus on seafarers using our trainers many years of experience in the industry.
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