I wanted to share something I’m really pleased to be able to offer this spring.
On 4th–5th May 2026, I’ll be running a two-day Supervising First Aid for Mental Health course, and I’m offering 50% off for Chamber of Commerce members.
I’ve timed this to sit just ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week, as I’m a big believer that awareness is only useful if it’s backed up with practical skills. This course is about giving supervisors and managers something concrete to take back into their workplaces — not just recognising when something isn’t right, but knowing what to say and how to respond.
A big advantage of these dates is that Monday 4th May is a bank holiday, which makes the two-day format much more manageable for people who would otherwise struggle to step away from their business for training.
The course is delivered online, and I teach it from my perspective as an NHS doctor, using real-world scenarios from clinical practice. We cover how to spot early signs of difficulty, how to approach sensitive conversations (including around self-harm and suicide), and how to offer appropriate support while keeping clear professional boundaries.
It’s a nationally recognised qualification, delivered in association with NUCO Training, and is Ofqual-regulated and HSE-compliant.
If you’ve been thinking about strengthening how your business supports staff wellbeing, this is a good opportunity to do that in a structured, practical way.
If you’d like more information or to book a place, you can reach me at:
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