First Aid for Mental Health Leading - FAA Level 6 Scotland Award - 2 day

The First Aid for Mental Health Leading – FAA Level 6 Scotland Award is a comprehensive 2-day course designed for those in leadership, supervisory, training or assessor roles who are responsible for implementing and supporting mental health provision in the workplace.

This advanced qualification explores a broad range of common and complex mental health conditions, providing learners with detailed knowledge of the signs and symptoms of mental ill health, and how to offer appropriate support and guidance. It also covers the roles of healthcare professionals and external services in mental health care.

The course includes the full content of both the Level 4 Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health and the Level 5 Award in First Aid for Mental Health, making it ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding and take a leading role in mental health first aid at work.

Learners will also be introduced to:

• The First Aid for Mental Health Action Plan
• Strategies to promote a positive mental health culture
• The impact of substance misuse on mental health
• Effective workplace policies and communication methods

This FAA-accredited qualification is especially suitable for:

• Supervisors and team leaders
• Trainers and assessors
• HR professionals
• Designated mental health leads

Participants will develop the confidence and competence to support colleagues, implement action plans, and signpost individuals to professional mental health services.

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