IOSH Mental Health First Aid at Work

Available Dates

Venue

Dec-30-2024

Paris
Dec-30-2024

Dubai
Feb-24-2025

Istanbul
Feb-24-2025

Paris
Feb-24-2025

Dubai
Feb-24-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Feb-24-2025

London
Apr-07-2025

Dubai
Apr-07-2025

London
May-26-2025

Kuala Lumpur
May-26-2025

Istanbul
May-26-2025

Paris
June-02-2025

Dubai
June-02-2025

London
Aug-25-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Aug-25-2025

Paris
Aug-25-2025

London
Aug-25-2025

Dubai
Aug-25-2025

Istanbul
Sep-15-2025

Dubai
Sep-15-2025

London
Nov-10-2025

Dubai
Nov-10-2025

London
Nov-24-2025

Paris
Nov-24-2025

Istanbul
Nov-24-2025

Kuala Lumpur

Course Details

This 2-day program, certified by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), is designed to provide participants with essential knowledge and practical skills needed to act as first responders in mental health situations within the workplace. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge, practical exercises, and skills development, participants will learn how to identify signs of mental health issues, offer initial support, and guide colleagues towards the appropriate professional help.

Upon completion of this course, attendees should be able to:

Understand the basics of mental health and its impact on the workplace.
Identify signs and symptoms of common mental health issues.
Apply the principles of Mental Health First Aid to provide initial support.
Communicate effectively and empathetically with individuals experiencing mental health issues.
Understand when and how to guide a person toward appropriate professional help.

This course is ideal for:

HR professionals who are involved in employee welfare.
Managers and supervisors who want to support their teams effectively.
Occupational health and safety officers.
Employees who want to become mental health first aiders within their workplace.
Anyone interested in promoting mental well-being in the workplace.

Course Outline

2 days course

Day 1

Day 2

Understanding Mental Health and Identifying Issues

Introduction to Mental Health: Definitions and Concepts
The Importance of Mental Health in the Workplace
Common Mental Health Issues: Anxiety, Depression, Stress
Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Mental Health Issues
The Stigma Surrounding Mental Health and How to Break It
Activity: Group Discussions on Workplace Mental Health Scenarios

Applying Mental Health First Aid and Communication Skills

Introduction to Mental Health First Aid
Effective Communication Skills: Listening and Asking Questions
Offering Reassurance and Initial Support
Confidentiality and its Boundaries
Referring to Appropriate Professional Help
Activity: Role-Playing as a Mental Health First Aider in Various Scenarios

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