Youth Mental Health First Aid Training 
“Just as you don’t need to be a doctor to offer physical first aid, you don’t need to be a Mental Health professional to deliver Mental Health First Aid.”
Outline
There has never been a more important time to focus on youth mental health. With 1 in 10 children experiencing a mental health issue at any one time, the Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training includes three evidence based courses certified and licensed by Mental Health First Aid England. The courses are for anyone who works with, lives with or supports young people aged 8-18yrs.
• YMHFA 2 day course will certify participants as Youth Mental Health First Aiders.
• YMHFA 1 day course will certify participants as Youth Mental Health First Aid Champions.
• YMHFA half day course (virtual and live) will certify participants as Youth Mental Health First Aid Aware.
For a list of training dates please see: http://www.leedsforlearning.co.uk
Option 1. Youth Mental Health First Aider 2 Day Course (Face to Face)
The two day course is considered to be the “gold standard” of the three options available. Learning takes place across four manageable sessions:
Session 1: Introduction to Youth Mental Health.
Session 2: Depression and anxiety.
Session 3: Suicide and psychosis.
Session 4: Self-harm and eating disorders.
Option 2. Youth MHFA Champions 1 Day Course (Face to Face)
The one day Youth Mental Health Champion course is a condensed version of the 2 day option in which participants gain skills and confidence to spot the signs and symptoms of mental health issues in a young person. This option covers the basic fundamentals of the most common mental health issues affecting young people, and participants who complete the whole day are certified as “Youth Mental Health Champions”.
Option 3. Youth Mental Health Aware Half Day Course (Face to Face)
The half day, virtual “Youth Mental Health First Aid Aware” course is available as an opportunity for participants to raise their awareness of young people’s mental health. Participants who complete the half day are certified as “Youth Mental Health First Aid Aware”.
Option 4. YMHFA Refresher Half Day Course (Face to Face)
Youth MHFA Refresher is a four-hour course for those who have completed the two-day Youth Mental Health First Aider training. Recommended every three years, it refreshes the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to support young people aged 8–18.
The course updates participants on current mental health challenges, revisits the Youth MHFA action plan (ALGEE®), and strengthens skills in recognising early signs of poor mental health, responding appropriately, and having supportive conversations.
Participants also maintain membership with the Association of Mental Health First Aiders®, providing ongoing access to learning, resources, and support.
To see training costs please click on the YMHFA Pricing link below:
Bespoke On Demand (Private) Training Courses
We do offer the option to deliver a bespoke On Demand (Private) training course at your chosen venue for up to 16 participants. To ensure a conducive learning environment, the venue must meet the following requirements:
- Adequate seating for 16 attendees, arranged as four tables with four chairs each.
- Two additional chairs for the trainers.
- A flip chart stand.
- Facilities to support PowerPoint presentations, including a large screen and speakers.
- Reliable internet or Wi-Fi access.
- Provision of refreshments for participants.
- A quiet, private space available for confidential support, if required.
To book these please click on the links below:
Bespoke On demand (Private): Youth Mental Health First Aider 2 Day Course (Face to Face)
Bespoke On demand (Private): Youth MHFA Champions 1 Day Course (Face to Face)
Bespoke On demand (Private): Youth Mental Health Aware Half Day Course (Face to Face)
Bespoke On demand (Private): YMHFA Refresher Half Day Course
On demand: Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid Aware Training (half day training - online)
On demand: Youth Mental Health First Aid training (2 day course- Face to Face) - From 01/04/2025
On demand: Youth Mental Health First Aid - Champion (1 Day Course - Face to Face)
For more information please email: Schoolwellbeing@leeds.gov.uk