Become a certified Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and gain the skills to support colleagues effectively. This two-day course—available online or in-person—equips you with the confidence to recognise signs of poor mental health, provide early intervention, and promote workplace wellbeing.
Put wellbeing at the heart of your leadership approach to develop thriving teams with this practical and immersive training course. Managers play a vital role in workplace wellbeing, and this course gives them the tools to recognise, respond to, and support employees facing mental health challenges.
This half-day immersive course raises awareness of mental health to help employees gain vital knowledgeto develop positive wellbeing and challenge stigma. The course is perfect for helping staff build confidence in recognising mental health challenges and maintaining personal wellbeing.
Create a healthier, more resilient workplace with our expert-led mental health consultancy tailored to your company’s needs. We help organisations develop effective mental health strategies, implement workplace policies, and foster a culture of wellbeing that supports employees at every level.
A mentally healthy workplace leads to higher productivity, lower absenteeism, and stronger employee engagement. Our training equips teams with the skills to support colleagues, reduce stress, and create a culture where wellbeing thrives—benefiting both your people and your business.
Proven ROI: According to Deloitte, for every £1 invested in mental health support, employers see an average return of £4.70 in productivity.
Boost Employee Morale: Empower your workforce to feel valued, supported, and confident in tackling mental health challenges.
Strengthen Retention & Resilience: By prioritising wellbeing, you cultivate loyalty, reduce turnover, and build a more resilient organization.
Expertise in mental health
Providing tools to respond effectively during mental health crises.
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Increasing understanding of mental health conditions and their symptoms.
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Educating teams on strategies to enhance mental health and resilience.
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Providing tools to respond effectively during mental health crises.
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Promoting open conversations to break down barriers around mental health.
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Delivering impactful training in schools and colleges to foster early awareness.
We provide a range of courses online or in-person, including Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, mental health skills for managers training, Mental Health Awareness training, Suicide First Aid (SFA), Suicide First Aid Lite (SFA Lite), Suicide First Aid Heavy Industry and work placemental health consultancy.
Our courses are designed for employees, managers, HR professionals, and business leaders who want to create a mentally healthy workplace. Whether you’re looking to train dedicated Mental Health First Aiders and Suicide First Aiders, or equip managers with mental health skills, we have a course to suit your needs.
Yes, all our courses are fully accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Mental Health Awareness and Mental Health Skills for Managers are created by MHFA England, and are based on research and developed by mental health experts alongside people with lived experience of mental ill health. Our Suicide Prevention courses are created by The National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education and Training – the UK’s leading international provider of assured suicide prevention education.
We have training options to suit a range of timescales and budgets. The Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Skills for Managers, Suicide First Aid Lite and Suicide First Aid for Heavy Industries are half-day courses. The Suicide First Aid and Suicide First Aid for Heavy Industries are one-day courses. The Mental Health First Aider course is two-days.
Yes! We offer whole group training sessions for businesses, or you can book for one or several colleagues to join participants from other organisations. We also limit group sizes to a maximum of 16 people to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
Take the next step in creating a supportive, productive workplace, reach out now.
At Understanding Minds, our mission is to create healthier, more inclusive workplaces through online and onsite mental health first aid training—so every employee feels supported, valued, and empowered.
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