Mental Health Training

1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem at any one time.

At Dundee & Angus College, we firmly believe that an individual's overall wellbeing is essential, and their mental health should be given the same level of importance as their physical health. As such, we strive to help businesses prioritise mental health initiatives in their workplace.

Did you know that on average, there is a positive return on investment of around £5 for every £1 invested in mental health interventions in the workplace? (Mental Health Foundation, Feb 2022). Looking after your employees wellbeing will pay dividends for your business in the long term and create a better environment for everyone to thrive.

Mental health training courses that we provide:

Introduction to Mental Health Awareness (Skills Boost/YPG)
VARIABLE LENGTH - SELF-DIRECTED FLEXIBLE ONLINE LEARNING

Introduction to Mental Health Awareness begins with a look at what mental health is defined as and what it looks like. Other topics which will be covered include types of mental health problems, stress, self-help and signposting. The course will be delivered online using: Teams/Microsoft Forms/RISE package. There are no entry requirements and the assessment takes place online through self marking.

This course is currently free as part of our Skills Boost Activity but would normally cost £37.50. It is also available through the Young Person’s Guarantee.

Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace
FULL DAY OR HALF DAY COURSE

This course provides employees with an understanding and awareness of mental health, to help reduce stigma and encourage others to talk about their mental health - something that is more important now than ever.

This training can be made bespoke to your business and delivered online if needed for remote workers.

Mental Health Awareness for Managers
FULL DAY OR HALF DAY COURSE

The Mental Health Awareness course for Managers has a central theme around how to recognise and support people who are experiencing poor mental health. The training will encompass an overview of mental health, exploring this deeper from a management perspective, so that you can recognise signs and symptoms and know what to do should circumstances arise. It will develop skills in how to respond to an employee experiencing difficulties with their mental health as well as signposting to appropriate services.

The course will further provide helpful insights into the many ways you can create a positive mental health culture in your workplace and allow space for creative thinking to make some simple changes to ensure you are able to give the employees the support they require.

Scotland's Mental Health First Aid
12 HOUR COURSE - IN PERSON

This 12-hour course offers basic general information about mental health problems and is presented by a qualified SMHFA instructor. The knowledge presented and understanding developed in the course helps to remove stigma/fear and to give confidence in approaching a person in distress. The course is presented in 2 full days face-to-face and requires a minimum of 8 people. Any bespoke formats should be discussed with our Business Partnerships Team.

The following is a brief outline of what is covered on the course:

• Guidance on being a Mental Health First Aider
• Attitudes to mental health issues
• Equalities
• The recovery message
• The impact of alcohol and drugs on mental health
• Introduction to suicide intervention
• Listening skills
• Understanding depression
• How to offer first aid to someone experiencing depression
• Understanding anxiety
• How to offer first aid to someone experiencing anxiety
• Understanding psychosis
• How to offer first aid to someone experiencing a psychotic episode.

Please note:

This course does not train people to be mental health workers. Mental Health First Aid is an initial response to distress and all participants on the course understand that this help is given only until other suitable or professional help can be found.

 

Corporate Gym Memberships

 

Did you know that we also offer corporate gym memberships? Investing in a corporate gym membership is a great way to give back to your team so they can look after their mental health and wellbeing. Get in touch with our Business Partnerships Team to find out more.