Submitted by John on 27 Sep 2022 - 9:09pm
Business in the Community is partnering with AXA Health once again to deliver fully funded Youth Mental Health First Aid Champion training for youth leaders.
What is it and when is it happening?
This Mental Health First Aid England (MHFAE) course will be delivered over two half day sessions, online, over October and early November 2022. There are 6 different groups to choose from. The course involves some online independent learning which must be completed in advance to each training session. You will receive course material, and a certificate of completion upon attendance at both sessions and completing the online learning.
Eligibility criteria
In order to be eligible for a funded place on this course, you must be:
1. An employee/volunteer of a small, community organisation (a not-for-profit charity or otherwise registered) with approximately 50 employees or under.
2. Working directly with young people (8-18 years) on a regular basis
3. Supporting young people in one of the following locations:
- Cardiff City Region (inc. Newport)
- Leeds
- Leicester
- Teesside
4. Able to join BOTH half day sessions of at least one cohort and commit to completing the online learning in advance of each session.
TO FIND OUT MORE or REGISTER YOUR INTEREST, please click here.
Places are limited and will be offered on a first come basis- we are able to accept a maximum of two individuals per organisation. Please only register for yourself and not on behalf of anyone else, thank you.
We look forward to hearing from you soon and hope that you’re able to take up these opportunities. If you would prefer to talk through any of these opportunities over the phone or have any queries, please send us an email at skills-exchange@bitc.org.uk with your name and contact number and one of the team will get back to you.
