“Changing and saving lives”
1 in 3 people are affected by mental health problems in Scotland.
We deliver Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid course, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training & Safe TALK.
We can support your training needs
Whether you are looking to upskill you or your organisations knowledge and awareness about mental health and suicide prevention we can provide a personalised solution. Contact us now for a quotation.
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Anderson Bell & Christie SMHFA training 25-26 Apr 2022
Anderson Bell & Christie SMHFA training 25-26 Apr 2022
Course Feedback
“Des and Gary were great instructors, really down-to-earth and friendly, whilst maintaining the seriousness of the course content. This mental health first aid course really exceeded my expectations. I would recommend them to anyone”
“Have never had such an open discussion about mental health.
The trust was gained almost
immediately and they listened to everyone so well, whilst
making sure we got through the material.”
“They were compassionate and able to use humour in an appropriate way, which lifted the course from being very heavy to enjoyable and memorable.”
"Made a really comfortable safe, teaching, learning, sharing
environment. Brilliant a massive thanks"
"For such an emotive subject the trainers ability to create a safe and positive atmosphere in which learn was amazing. So glad Des & Gary were my trainers"
“ I considered Des and Gary to be absolutely excellent in their presentation of the mental health first aid course. They engaged in a friendly and informative way with every person on each day. It was exactly what we required, but it's not always easy to achieve this, so its not taken for granted. Having them both gave a very good momentum and conversational style to the information making it easier to digest, and mixing between serious subjects and laughter was achieved with ease. I would be very happy to undertake another course with them and recommend them to other organizations“
“One of the best training sessions I have ever attended. Very informative but fun. Managed the room well and very aware of peoples emotions due to triggering content. Gary and Des are excellent ambassadors for public health scotland and their efforts to help fight mental health challenges.
Feedback and evaluation from each course is completed by participants and forwarded to Scottish mental health first aid & Living Works.
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