About the course
The FAA Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health qualification is suitable for anyone who actively connects with children, such as parents, carers, teachers, youth group leaders and young adults. The qualification has been designed with children and young people in mind, covering areas such as depression, self-harm, eating disorders and bullying and will provide the knowledge and skills to identify a potential mental health condition, start a conversation, and provide support and guidance to professional help.
Adrian was absolutely amazing!! Made the training very enjoyable for everyone. He was clear, patient and funny and explained things in a way that was easy to understand!
Who is this course suitable for?
A maximum of 16 students are allowed on the course and must be a minimum of 14 years of age.
Assessment
The qualification is assessed through a written assessment paper and the practical demonstration of the first aid action plan for mental health. Learners must successfully pass both parts of the assessment to be awarded the qualification.
Course content
A range of First Aid for Mental Health-related subjects is covered ,including:
• What is first aid for youth mental health?
• Identifying mental health conditions
• Stress
• Mental health conditions
• Drugs and alcohol
• First aid action plan for mental health
Course location
This course can be delivered directly at your workplace, saving your staff valuable time and reducing costs by eliminating the need for off-site training.
Course duration
The minimum classroom contact time of 6 hours can be spread over a maximum of 3 weeks, ensuring that each session is a minimum of 2 hours.
Certification
A Level 2 Award in First Aid for Youth Mental Health will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment. The qualification is valid for three years from the date of achievement. The learner will need to complete the full course again to requalify for a further three years.
About SK First Aid
SK First Aid Training & Development is a trusted provider of engaging, hands-on first aid and workplace safety courses, delivering training across Kettering, Northampton, Cambridge, Birmingham, Peterborough, Nottingham, London, and surrounding areas, including Leicester, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Coventry, Luton, and Warwick.
We specialise in making first aid practical, relatable, and jargon-free, offering courses for individuals, families, schools, sports teams, and businesses.
Courses are available in person, online, or as blended training, with flexible group sessions designed to fit around work or family commitments. Training can be delivered on-site or at a local venue across the Midlands and South East.
All courses are delivered by experienced instructors and backed by FAIB accreditation, ensuring recognised certification UK-wide.
Cancellation and refund policy
We value our customers and understand that life does happen; if there are any problems with your bookings, please refer to our flexible cancellation/ refund policy below.
- If you are cancelling any more than 7 days prior to the booking date, a 50% cancellation fee will be applicable.
- If you cancel within 7 days prior to the course, a 70% cancellation fee will be applied.
Payments
We accept BACS (Bank transfer) and online payments. If you choose to pay online, you will receive an email to confirm your payment and a member of our team will contact you shortly after to finalize a course date. Should you choose BACS, please contact us.
Please note that all bookings must be paid in full before the course date, and bookings will be confirmed by email. SK Training and Development Ltd will not accept cash payments under any circumstances.
With Corporate payments, invoices must be paid in full 7 days prior to the course date or within 14 days after the invoice issue date, whichever is first. SK Training and Development reserves the right to not provide any course until payment is made.
CERTIFICATION WILL BE HELD UNTIL PAYMENT HAS BEEN MADE IN FULL
