Mental Health and Behavioural Safety Training
Mental Health and Behavioural Safety Training
FAA Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health
Recognising mental health concerns and responding safely and appropriately.
4 hours | FAA Level 1 Award | In-person/Webinar
Nationwide across Ireland
Course overview
The FAA Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health is a regulated introductory course designed to help participants recognise the early signs of mental ill health and respond in a safe, supportive, and appropriate way.
This course focuses on awareness rather than diagnosis. Participants gain the knowledge and confidence to start a conversation, provide initial support, and signpost individuals towards professional help while maintaining their own wellbeing.
Training is suitable for a wide range of workplaces and community settings and supports organisations in meeting wellbeing, duty of care, and mental health awareness objectives.
Who this course is for
- Employees at all levels
- Line managers and supervisors
- HR and people managers
- Community volunteers
- Customer-facing staff
- Organisations seeking mental health awareness training
No previous mental health or first aid training is required.
Outstanding medical expertise, delivered in a clear and engaging way
There knowledge of the medical world is simply outstanding an breathtaking, but I was most impressed with the way they taught the class. It was a breath of fresh air. Anyone can spiel off PowerPoint but first aid coaching used there owns technique which was a lot more interesting and easier to take in. I can highly recommend first aid coaching.
What you will learn
- What First Aid for Mental Health means
- How to recognise signs and symptoms of mental ill health
- How to approach and start a supportive conversation
- Providing advice and reassurance
- Stress and its impact
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Self-harm
- Suicide awareness
- Drugs and alcohol
- Eating disorders
- Personality disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Psychosis
Training emphasises safe boundaries, personal wellbeing, and appropriate signposting.
Why choose First Aid Coaching
- FAA-regulated mental health first aid training
- Clear, practical and supportive delivery
- Suitable for workplaces and community groups
- In-person and webinar delivery available
- Experienced instructors
- Aligned with workplace wellbeing and duty of care standards
Certification and standards
On successful completion, participants receive the FAA Level 1 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health.
This regulated qualification supports workplace wellbeing initiatives and provides a recognised foundation in mental health awareness.