There is a big drive nationally, led by the CITB and large construction firms such as MACE to support mental health in the workplace and they are big supporters of MHFA instructor courses. There are three different adult MHFA courses available;
Learning takes place through a mix of group activities, presentations and discussions. What you learn will depend on the length of course you attend:
An introductory course designed to increase mental health awareness and give an understanding of how to look after wellbeing and challenge stigma. This is an interactive four-hour session which is popular with the building trade and can be delivered in either a morning or an afternoon session. Topics covered include;