TRAINING, COACHING, REFLECTIVE PRACTICE AND COURSE DESIGN
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MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING
Created by Mental Health First Aid England
Become an accredited Mental Health First Aider.
'This is an excellent course. It was exceptionally well run by Colette whose openness and expertise created a safe and validating space for discussion.'
I am licensed by Mental Health First Aid England to deliver this course which will qualify you as a Mental Health First Aider.
Length of course: 2 days
Delivered in person or online
Course outcomes
As a MHFAider® you will be able to:
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Recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention
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Encourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other supports
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Practise active listening and empathy
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Have a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigma
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Discuss the MHFAider® role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality
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Practise self-care
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Know how to use the MHFAider Support App®
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Know how to access a dedicated text service provided by Shout and ongoing learning opportunities with MHFA England
Everyone who completes this course gets:
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A hard copy workbook to support their learning throughout the course
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A digital manual to refer to whenever they need it after completing the course
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A wallet-sized reference card with the Mental Health First Aid action plan
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A digital MHFAider® certificate
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Access to the MHFAider Support App® for three years
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Access to ongoing learning opportunities, resources, and exclusive events
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The opportunity to be part of the largest MHFAider® community in England
I’m an associate trainer for Mind and other leading organisations. Get in touch to discuss how I can support your team!
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MENTAL HEALTH AWARE TRAINING
Created by Mental Health First Aid England
'Colette presented the course brilliantly. I found the course so engaging, the time went very quickly. The breakaway sessions were good to talk in depth with a partner about the topic.'
At the end of the course you will be able to:
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Define mental health and some mental health issues
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Understand factors that affect mental health
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Identify the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental health
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Feel more confident about starting a mental health conversation
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Understand how to look after your own mental health
Length: 4 hours, including breaks.
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID REFRESHER
Created by MHFA England
An enjoyable course to update and practice your skills
The four hour MHFA Refresher course will empower you to:
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Keep your awareness of mental health supports current
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Update your knowledge of mental health and what influences it
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Practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan
Please note that the MHFA Refresher is only for people who have completed an Adult Mental Health First Aider, MHFA Champion or Armed Forces Mental Health First Aider course.
Mental Health Skills for Managers
Created by MHFA England
Empower managers to put wellbeing at the heart of their leadership approach with this practical and immersive course.
The relationship between managers and their team members is key for the health and wellbeing of the whole organisation. This course builds skills in your leaders to feel confident to have mental health conversations as part of their everyday management.
Managers will learn to:
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Identify if an employee may be experiencing mental health issues
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Feel confident having open conversations about mental health with their team members
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Appropriately signpost to available support and know where to go for support and guidance for themselves
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Role model good self-care practice, inspiring their teams to look after their own mental health and wellbeing
COURSE DESIGN
Explain your needs and leave the rest to me!
'For a short session, a good mix of content and good participation, improving the learning.'
Course design service includes:
Initial consultation to set clear goals
Well-researched material, tailored to your needs
Course delivery designed to engage all learning styles
Content that makes participants feel empowered and educated
Written for employees, managers, leads and coaches
Tailored for young people or adults
Enjoyment included!
What would you like your course to achieve? Who is it for? Just let me know. Fill out the contact form to start the conversation!
ONE-TO-ONE COACHING FOR ADULTS
Private coaching for individuals
My private coaching for adults offers:
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Initial no-obligation consultation
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The expertise of an empathic coach
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Defined goal setting
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Improving mindset and mental fitness
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Support for your health and wellbeing
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Sessions tailored to your learning pace and style
What challenges do you face in your role? Do you need more individual support? Contact me here for a chat
REFLECTIVE PRACTICE | SMALL GROUP FACILITATION |
Gain proficiency and learning within a small group. Reflect on your practice and act upon your learning within a highly enjoyable and supportive setting.
'Colette just has this knack for making a group feel so at ease and also keeping them engaged!'
'Incredibly perceptive and motivating, enabling key learning - and some amazing light bulb moments!'
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Actively explore the challenges and solutions of what we do.
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Harness the power of being supported by colleagues.
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A safe space for analytical reflection.
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Try out new ways of feeling, thinking or doing.
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Suitable for small groups who would like to transform the way they work and Mental Health First Aiders.
How can you support the health and wellbeing of your leaders and your staff? Contact me here for a free consultation.
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