What Is the Mental Health First Aid Course?
The Mental Health First Aid Course in Bangor is a two-day interactive programme designed to strengthen awareness, confidence, and practical skills for supporting mental wellbeing. Through guided sessions, you’ll learn how to recognise early signs of mental health challenges, hold supportive and safe conversations, respond appropriately in a crisis, and direct people to professional help when required.
Delivered by accredited trainers, the course combines real-world examples with engaging exercises that bring key concepts to life. By the end, you’ll understand how to listen with empathy, maintain healthy boundaries, and offer the right kind of support when someone is struggling.
Once you complete the training, you’ll receive a nationally recognised certificate that reflects your commitment to promoting wellbeing and reducing stigma in the workplace and broader community.
✅ By encouraging open and supportive conversations, Mental Health First Aiders in Bangor help create safer, more understanding workplaces and communities.
Who Should Take the Mental Health First Aid Course in Bangor?
The Mental Health First Aid training in Bangor is designed for both individuals and organisations who want to build stronger wellbeing and resilience. It’s particularly suitable for:
- Managers, supervisors, and team leaders
- Wellbeing and Inclusion representatives
- HR and People teams
- Customer-facing staff in retail, hospitality, or public service roles
- Anyone who wants to support colleagues, friends, or family members
- Charity and community sector workers
What Will You Learn?
This two-day Mental Health First Aid course in Bangor helps you build the confidence and practical ability to support others effectively. During the training, you’ll explore the following key areas:
Understanding and Recognising Mental Health
- Identify early warning signs of stress, anxiety, depression, and other common mental health issues
- Gain insight into how mental health affects individuals, teams, and overall workplace culture
- Examine how social and cultural influences contribute to mental wellbeing
Conversations and Healthy Boundaries
- Practise techniques for active listening and open, non-judgmental communication
- Learn how to approach delicate discussions with empathy and sensitivity
- Set and maintain boundaries while providing compassionate support
Responding During a Crisis
- Provide immediate and safe assistance in situations such as panic attacks or suicidal thoughts
- Follow a structured action plan to offer support confidently
- Understand when and how to refer or escalate concerns appropriately
Signposting and Personal Wellbeing
- Guide individuals to professional or community-based mental health services
- Apply principles of safeguarding and confidentiality when supporting others
- Develop habits that strengthen your own resilience and mental well-being
How Is the Course Delivered?
The Mental Health First Aid course in Bangor is delivered over two full days, with each day lasting around 6–7 hours. Learners can choose the most convenient format from the following options:
- Face-to-face classroom sessions at a centrally located venue in Bangor, featuring collaborative activities and trainer-led discussions.
- Live online delivery through an interactive virtual classroom, providing the same learning outcomes and certification as the in-person course.
Both options are engaging, highly interactive, and led by accredited trainers, ensuring every participant develops the same knowledge, confidence, and recognised certification.
Entry Requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements and is open to anyone aged 16 or above who wishes to better understand and support mental health. Learners should be comfortable contributing to group discussions, participating in role-play exercises, and have a good command of English to engage fully with the content and materials.
What to Expect
We aim to provide a respectful and supportive learning environment throughout your training. The course explores sensitive topics such as suicide and self-harm. If you ever feel uncomfortable, please take a break or step away. If you’re enrolling on behalf of someone else, please ensure they are aware of the subject matter and feel prepared to participate.
Our team is always available for a confidential discussion if you’d like to talk through any concerns or confirm that this course is right for you.
How Is the Course Assessed?
The Mental Health First Aid course in Bangor is assessed continuously through practical engagement rather than formal exams. You’ll take part in group discussions, scenario-based activities, and interactive exercises to demonstrate your understanding. The emphasis is on participation, confidence-building, and applying what you learn in real-life situations. Short quizzes may also be included to help reinforce your knowledge as you progress through the course.
Will I Receive a Recognised Certificate?
After successfully completing the training, you’ll receive an accredited Mental Health First Aid certificate, recognised by employers and organisations throughout the UK.
The certificate remains valid for three years. After this period, we recommend taking a refresher course to ensure your knowledge and skills stay up to date. Earning this certification reflects your commitment to fostering well-being and tackling the stigma often associated with mental health in the workplace.
🎯 Boundaries, Safeguarding & Continuing Support
This course helps you develop the ability to listen, reassure, and guide others — not to diagnose or provide therapy. You’ll learn how to set appropriate boundaries, understand when to share concerns with a manager or mental health professional, and handle sensitive information responsibly. In addition, you’ll receive follow-up resources and signposting tools to help you find ongoing support for yourself and those you assist after the course.
On-Site Mental Health First Aid in Bangor (For Teams)
Arranging Mental Health First Aid training for your organisation in Bangor provides a convenient and cost-effective way to upskill your workforce together. On-site delivery allows you to create a shared understanding of mental well-being across your team.
- ✓Train multiple staff members at once for better team consistency
- ✓Adapt discussions and case studies to suit your organisation’s environment
- ✓Save time and reduce disruption by selecting convenient dates for your team
- ✓Lower overall costs compared to sending individuals separately
- ✓Encourage a consistent, organisation-wide approach to mental health awareness
Bangor Location and Areas We Welcome Learners From
The Mental Health First Aid training in Bangor is held at a centrally located venue with excellent transport connections and nearby parking. We welcome learners from across the city and nearby areas, including Upper Bangor, Menai Bridge, Bethesda, and Llandygai. Many participants also travel from surrounding communities such as Beaumaris and Caernarfon, making this course accessible to a wide range of learners across North Wales.
Other First Aid Courses in Bangor
Alongside the Mental Health First Aid programme, Hurak also provides a variety of accredited First Aid Courses in Bangor. Popular choices include the one-day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course, the comprehensive First Aid at Work (FAW) course, and Paediatric First Aid courses. You can explore all available training dates and venues on our Bangor training hub.
Why Book With Us?
Booking your Mental Health First Aid training in Bangor through Hurak ensures reliability, flexibility, and exceptional value. Here’s what sets us apart:
- ✓Nationally recognised certificates accepted by employers throughout the UK
- ✓Over 100,000 learners successfully trained and certified across the country
- ✓Transparent pricing with no hidden extras
- ✓Flexible payment options, including Klarna instalments
- ✓Central Bangor venues and on-site training available for businesses
- ✓Dedicated learner support before, during, and after your course
