Workplace Psychological
First Aider
Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to recognise and respond to emotional distress and mental health challenges in colleagues. A structured approach to providing early peer support.
Dynamic & Practical Learning Experience.
Participants will gain confidence in providing early peer support, applying practical strategies, and connecting colleagues to appropriate professional help.
Download Brochure →Identify Signs
Recognise potential risk factors and early warning signs for common workplace mental health challenges.
5-Step Approach
Apply a structured, 5-step workplace support approach to assist colleagues in distress effectively.
Crisis Response
Respond calmly and effectively during workplace crisis situations and high-pressure scenarios.
Self-Care Tools
Learn practical stress management tools and understand signs of burnout and compassion fatigue.
Programme Objectives
At the end of the programme, participants will be able to:
Programme Outline
A comprehensive 2-day journey
Module 1: Introduction to Workplace PFA
Overview of mental health, ethical foundations, and the "Helping Hats" exercise.
Module 2: Recognising Mental Health Challenges
Identifying early warning signs, risk factors, and the "Subtle Signs Game".
Module 3: PFA Principles
3L Principle, Active listening skills, Emotional support techniques, and Peer Support Pairs.
Module 4: Practical Case Study Reviews
Workplace case studies and practising decision-making and referral judgement.
Module 5: Communication Strategies
Initiating supportive conversations, reducing defensiveness, and the "Word Choice Lab".
Module 6: Crisis Scenario Exercise
Responding calmly to crisis situations and applying PFA skills in high-pressure scenarios.
Module 7: Self Care & Stress Management Tools
Signs of burnout, practical stress tools, and "My Self-Care Map" planning activity.
Practical Assessment and Feedback
Demonstrating key competencies and receiving structured feedback.
