Help your workplace understand mental health and support people with confidence.
Compare three Qualsafe qualifications, from a short awareness course to training for a workplace mental health first-aider role.
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Choose the training that fits your role.
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Choose the course that matches your role. The lower levels are not prerequisites for Level 3.
Level 3 · Become a mental health first aider
Our most comprehensive option, for people preparing to become a mental health first aider in their workplace.
£354including VAT, per person
£295 + VAT
Level 1 · Build awareness
A short introduction for employees who want to understand mental health and help reduce stigma at work.
£118.80including VAT, per person
£99 + VAT
Level 2 · Understand and support
A one-day course covering mental health conditions, supportive conversations and where to find appropriate help.
£216including VAT, per person
£180 + VAT
Level 3 has scheduled live online classes. For Levels 1 and 2, ask our team about the next dates and delivery options. Prices are per learner; contact us about training a group.
Selected excerpts from mental health first aid course reviews on Trustpilot.
5 out of 5
Stephen who delivered the 2-day online course was extremely knowledgeable, the session was well paced, thought-provoking, interactive and engaging.
5 out of 5
He created a safe, supportive environment where everyone felt comfortable contributing, even when discussing difficult topics.
5 out of 5
Stephen was an amazing facilitator and the booking process was simple too.
| Course | Best suited to | What it prepares you for |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 3 hours | Employees and teams taking a first step in understanding workplace mental health. | Awareness and understanding; not the workplace mental health first-aider qualification. |
| Level 2 1 day | Employees, supervisors and managers who want to understand mental health and offer initial support. | Understanding and initial support; choose Level 3 for the workplace first-aider qualification. |
| Level 3 2 days | People preparing for a workplace mental health first-aider role, including managers, HR teams and nominated employees. | The workplace mental health first-aider qualification in this course range. |
Mental health first aid means offering initial support to someone who may be experiencing mental ill health or distress. Training develops listening skills, awareness of possible warning signs and knowledge of appropriate sources of help.
A workplace mental health first aider supports and signposts. They do not diagnose conditions, provide counselling or replace professional healthcare.
Our Level 3 course is designed for this workplace role. Levels 1 and 2 offer shorter options for building awareness and understanding.
Start with what each person needs to do. General awareness for a whole team may call for a different course from training nominated mental health first aiders.
Tell us your team size, the roles you want to support and your preferred dates. We can help you compare the levels and confirm available delivery options.
Choose the Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace. Within this three-course range, Level 1 introduces awareness and Level 2 develops understanding and initial-support skills.
Yes. Our Level 3 course runs live online via Zoom over two days, with an instructor and up to eight learners. It involves scheduled classes and an invigilated assessment. Ask our team about the current delivery options for Levels 1 and 2.
These courses lead to qualifications awarded by Qualsafe Awards. They are not MHFA England-branded courses. The full qualification name and assessment details are shown on each course page.
Level 1 has no mandatory requalification requirement, although Qualsafe recommends refreshing training every three years. Levels 2 and 3 are valid for three years and should be renewed before expiry.
There is no blanket requirement for every employer to appoint someone with that title. HSE advises employers to consider mental health in their first-aid needs assessment and choose suitable support and training. Employers also have a duty to assess and act on work-related stress risks. Training is one part of that wider approach.
HSE guidance for employers · Work-related stress responsibilities
No lower-level mental health qualification is required. Level 1 and Level 2 learners must be at least 16 on the first day; Level 3 learners must be at least 18. Contact us before booking to discuss learning or assessment support.
Explore our mental health guidance and resources, or compare our wider range of first aid courses.
