VA_93560 - Further training in first aid for mental health
First aid Mental health
Multiplier training
Topics of the certified training
Your training package
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12 hours of classroom or online live training + 4 hours of e-learning |
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E-learning available for another 12 months |
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One group case supervision afterwards (within one year) |
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Implementation and training materials in German and English |
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Standardized brand kit for further communication in your company |
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Certificate of completion after successful participation |
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Funding from health insurance companies possible |
Training content at a glance
Conversation
Understanding your own role as a first aider
Contents:
- My experiences with my own psychological stress and taking advantage of offers of help
- Deriving the do's and don'ts of conducting conversations in cases of psychological stress
- Understanding my role
- The 5 core competencies of psychological first aid
- Reflecting on my own motivation and responsibility
- Assessing the possibilities and limits
- Introduction to mental health: facts & figures, effects of psychological stress on work & private life
- Own experiences in dealing with those affected
Depression
Symptoms: Physical, psychological, social
Contents:
- Procrastination and feeling overwhelmed with depression
- How do I recognize depressive behaviour?
- Testimonials from sufferers - Typical dynamics and vicious circles in counseling
- Psychological first aid for depression
- Contact points and referrals
Suicidal tendencies
Dealing with suicidality as a stigma
Contents:
- Risk factors (incl. self-harming behavior) and precursors
- Action guide for psychological first aid
- Limits of responsibility, network activation and referral
Anxiety disorders
Recognizing signs of anxiety disorders
Contents:
- Difference between anxiety and anxiety disorders - Recognizing signs of pathological anxiety
- Symptoms of different anxiety disorders: Physical, psychological, social
- Testimonials from sufferers - Reinforcing cycle of fear and avoidance
- Psychological first aid for anxiety disorders
- Contact points and referrals
Dependencies
Mental and behavioral disorders caused by psychotropic substances
Contents:
- From pleasure to habit to harmful use and dependence
- Self-test
- Bio-psychosocial factors of addiction
- Co-dependency
- How do I approach someone about conspicuous consumer behavior?
- Contact points and referrals, self-help groups
Burnout
Recognize warning signs and provide the right help.
Self-care & mental hygiene
Drawing boundaries and relieving pressure after difficult conversations
Contents:
- How much and how often am I available
- Availability
- Scope and ending difficult conversations
- After difficult conversations
- Reflection and exchange
- Relief and stress reduction
- Mindfulness
Current events
Mental health first aid:
"compact" or "quick & easy" training
Our quality promise
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30 years of experience in the operational context |
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Many years of expertise in mental health |
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Top Brand Corporate Health |
Work:Life Magazine
Your benefits with our training
Individual & expandable themes
Our program is not only flexible, but also individually adaptable. The training can be booked by individuals ("Quick & Easy" training course) or companies ("Compact training course") for several employees.
With the "Compact training course", we focus specifically on the needs and challenges of your company and offer customization by arrangement. In this way, we ensure that our content is always relevant and targeted and that your team is always up to date.
Supervision & Network
After the training, we offer subsequent supervision. You also benefit from our constantly growing network of multipliers - for peer-to-peer advice and exchange.
E-learning & certification
Our e-learning platform allows you to deepen your knowledge at your own pace. Illustrative case studies, interactive exercises and downloadable materials provide preparation for practical application. Finally, there is the opportunity to test your own knowledge and receive a recognized certificate - added value for every employee.
Current information
We keep you up to date with the latest information and referral addresses. So you always have the best tools and contacts to hand.
More than just crisis management
While many services focus on acute crisis situations, we cover the entire spectrum - from dealing with everyday mental stress to symptoms of mental disorders. This means we appeal to a broad audience and offer support before serious problems develop.

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