The 2 hour course is an introductory session to raise awareness of mental health.

It is designed to give you:

• An understanding of what mental health is and how to challenge stigma

• A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues

• An introduction to looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing

• Confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue

The course will enable candidates to build the skills and confidence around mental health disorders, how to support someone who may have a mental health disorder in seeking the appropriate help, it will endeavour to put mental health on the same footing as physical health in the community.

This course is open to adults living in Flintshire and is funded by Flintshire Local Voluntary Council