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Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer Course — professional training course UK

Youth First Aid for Mental Health Trainer Course

Accredited Level 3 SafeCert Qualification

2 Days
Accredited
£450 + VAT

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Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer Course Overview

Youth mental health first aid trainer course participants learning YMHFA techniques for supporting young people UK

This accredited Youth First Aid for Mental Health Trainer Award is specifically designed for professionals working with children and young people who want to teach mental health awareness and first aid skills in schools, colleges, youth organisations, and community settings.

Upon completion, you will receive a SafeCert Level 3 Youth First Aid for Mental Health Trainer Award and a complimentary PDLSG teaching qualification, enabling you to deliver accredited youth mental health first aid training and issue certificates to your delegates.

The course is available at venues across the UK and via live Zoom. In-house delivery is available for schools, colleges, and youth organisations with 6 or more delegates.

What You'll Learn on the Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer Course

Mental Health in Children and Young People
Common Mental Health Conditions in Youth
Recognising Signs of Distress in Young People
Youth Mental Health First Aid Action Plan
Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness
Eating Disorders and Body Image
Anxiety and Depression in Young People
Signposting Young People to Support
Training Delivery for Education Settings
Assessment and Certification Processes

Who Should Attend the Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer Course

Teachers and Teaching Assistants
School Counsellors and Pastoral Staff
Youth Workers and Community Leaders
College and University Student Support Staff
Sports Coaches Working with Young People
Social Workers
CAMHS Professionals
Parent Support Advisors

Available Course Dates

Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer Course UK - accredited YMHFA trainer qualification for working with young people

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Why teach Youth Mental Health First Aid?

Youth mental health problems are at record levels in the UK. Qualified youth mental health first aid trainers are essential in schools, colleges, and youth organisations.

1 in 6

Children aged 5–16 have a mental health problem in the UK

75%

Of mental health problems are established by age 24

70%

Of children with mental health problems are not receiving appropriate interventions

£119 billion

Annual cost of youth mental health problems to the UK economy

1 in 4

Young people experience anxiety or depression before age 24

95%

Of outcomes improved with early youth mental health first aid intervention

Source: NHS / Young Minds Statistics 2023

Why Choose Abertay Training for Your Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer Qualification

Recognised Qualification

Accredited course meeting UK regulations. Accepted by employers across the UK.

Complete Training Resources

Includes PowerPoint presentations, lesson plans, and assessment forms so you can start teaching immediately.

Expert Instructors

Learn from experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in their specialist field and adult education.

Flexible Locations

Available at 10+ UK venues and fully online via live Zoom. In-house training available for groups of 6 or more.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer Course FAQs

Youth Mental Health First Aid trainer delivering YMHFA training to school staffThe Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) Trainer Award qualifies you to deliver accredited mental health first aid training specifically focused on children and young people. You will learn how to teach delegates to recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions in young people, provide initial support, and signpost to appropriate professional help. The qualification is accredited by SafeCert and is designed for anyone who works with children and young people in educational, social care, or community settings.
Mental health problems affect 1 in 6 children aged 5–16 in England, and rates have increased significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic. Common conditions include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-harm, and ADHD. Suicide is the leading cause of death in young people aged 15–34 in the UK. Early intervention is critical — 75% of mental health problems are established by age 24, and half of all lifetime mental health problems start by age 14. Youth Mental Health First Aid training equips staff to identify problems early and provide appropriate support.
Your Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue. Mental health guidance, legislation, and best practice are updated regularly, so renewal training is essential to ensure your knowledge remains current. Abertay Training will send you a renewal reminder as your expiry date approaches.
The course covers mental health conditions that are particularly prevalent in children and young people, including: anxiety disorders (generalised anxiety, social anxiety, separation anxiety, school refusal); depression; eating disorders (anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, ARFID); self-harm; suicidal ideation and behaviour; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); autism spectrum conditions; psychosis; and the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and trauma.
Warning signs of mental health problems in young people include: persistent low mood or tearfulness; withdrawal from friends, family, and activities they previously enjoyed; changes in eating or sleeping patterns; declining academic performance; increased irritability or aggression; physical complaints without medical cause (headaches, stomach aches); self-harm marks or injuries; talk of hopelessness or not wanting to be alive; and significant changes in behaviour or personality. Your training covers how to recognise these signs and respond appropriately.
Yes — the Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer Award qualifies you to deliver accredited youth mental health training to staff in schools, colleges, universities, youth organisations, sports clubs, social care settings, and any other environment that works with children and young people. You will receive all the training materials, assessment tools, and certification resources you need to start delivering training immediately.
Youth Mental Health First Aid training is specifically designed for people who work with children and young people (typically aged 8–18). It covers the mental health conditions most commonly experienced by young people, the specific communication approaches needed when supporting a young person in distress, the role of parents and carers, and the safeguarding considerations that apply when a young person discloses a mental health concern. Adult Mental Health First Aid covers the same core principles but is focused on adult populations and workplace settings.
Schools can support students with mental health problems through a whole-school approach that includes: a clear mental health and wellbeing policy; trained Mental Health First Aiders and a designated mental health lead; a supportive and inclusive school culture; early identification and intervention; access to pastoral support and counselling; strong links with CAMHS and other external agencies; involvement of parents and carers; and a curriculum that promotes mental health literacy and resilience. Your training covers how to contribute to a whole-school approach to mental health.
Course Information

Duration

2 Days (10am – 4:30pm)

Qualification

SafeCert Level 3 + PDLSG

Price

£450 + VAT per person

Locations

UK-wide venues + Online Zoom

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Group bookings available for 6+ people

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UK Youth Mental Health Statistics 2023/24 - 1 in 6 children aged 5-16 have a mental health problem, 75% of mental health problems established by age 24, 70% of children with mental health problems not receiving appropriate interventions, £119 billion annual cost, 1 in 4 young people experience anxiety or depression, 95% of outcomes improved with early intervention
📚 Resources
Young Minds — Youth Mental HealthYoung Minds — mental health charity for children and young peopleNHS Child Mental HealthNHS mental health support for children and young peopleAnna Freud CentreMental health resources for schools and young people
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Accreditations

Abertay Training is accredited and certified by the UK's leading health, safety and quality bodies.

  • SafeCert Awards

    Abertay Training is an approved SafeCert Awarding Centre, delivering nationally recognised trainer qualifications accredited by SafeCert Awards — the UK's leading awarding body for health and safety training.

  • SafeCert CPD

    All Abertay Training courses are CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accredited by SafeCert, meaning delegates can count their training towards their annual CPD requirements.

  • IOSH Managing Safely

    Abertay Training is an approved provider of IOSH Managing Safely, the world's most popular health and safety qualification for managers and supervisors, awarded by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health.

  • IOSH Working Safely

    Abertay Training is an approved provider of IOSH Working Safely, the internationally recognised health and safety qualification for all levels of the workforce, awarded by IOSH.

  • IFE Affiliate

    Abertay Training is an affiliate organisation of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), confirming that our fire safety trainer courses meet the professional standards set by the IFE.

  • ISO 9001 Quality

    Abertay Training holds ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification, independently audited by ISOQAR and accredited by UKAS, demonstrating our commitment to consistent, high-quality training delivery.

  • ISO 14001 Environmental

    Abertay Training holds ISO 14001 Environmental Management System certification, demonstrating our commitment to minimising environmental impact across all our training operations.

  • ISO 45001 Safety

    Abertay Training holds ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification, the international standard for workplace health and safety, independently audited by ISOQAR and accredited by UKAS.

  • Backcare Member

    Abertay Training is a Professional Member of Backcare, the UK charity for back and neck pain. This membership confirms that our manual handling and patient handling trainer courses meet Backcare's professional standards.

  • RoSPA Member

    Abertay Training is a member of RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents), the UK's leading safety organisation, reinforcing our commitment to the highest standards of health and safety training.

Abertay Training holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, is a SafeCert Approved Centre, an approved provider of IOSH Managing Safely and IOSH Working Safely, an IFE Affiliate, and a professional member of Backcare and RoSPA.

Venue Information

Choose your preferred training location. All venues offer the same high-quality course with full certification.

Online Zoom

Location

Learn from anywhere in the UK

Contact

0333 500 5000

Course Hours

10:00 AM - 4:30 PM (2 days)

✓ Online Course Benefits

  • • No travel costs - save time and money
  • • Same Level 3 SafeCert certification
  • • Live instructor via Zoom (not recorded)
  • • All trainer resources included
  • • Interactive practical demonstrations
Online Zoom training session with professional instructor

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