Mental Health Support Services
Empowering you to better support men’s mental wellbeing
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Suicide First Aid
Mental Health Webinars, Bitesize Sessions and Talks
Looking to support your male employees’ mental health better?
We can help.
We offer mental health training courses, talks and webinars that are specifically designed to support men’s mental health in the workplace. They will help you develop greater awareness of the unique challenges men may face and equip your organisation with the tools to provide meaningful, stigma-free support.
These courses will give you the knowledge, confidence, and practical strategies to promote early intervention, build resilience, and create a culture where men feel safe to speak up – ultimately improving wellbeing and reducing the impact of mental ill health on your business.
Why is Mental Health so important?
• One of the most significant challenges confronting UK organisations is the impact of poor mental health – particularly among men, who are often less likely to seek support.
• Shockingly, around 75% of all suicides in the UK are men, and suicide remains the leading cause of death for men under 50. Despite these figures, men are far less likely to access mental health services or speak openly about their struggles at work.
• In addition to its toll on employees’ lives, these challenges also bear a significant financial burden on UK businesses. Work-related stress is now costing the economy £28 billion annually and is one of the leading causes of absence, with over 12% of employees taking days off as a result.
• Our mental health training programmes can help equip your leaders, managers and colleagues with the knowledge and skills to be able to spot the signs of poor mental health in men in the workplace and provide the right support to those who may be struggling. In turn, they can deliver wider benefits for your organisation, helping you to reduce absence, boost productivity and demonstrate your commitment to prioritising the health and wellbeing of your workforce.
What Mental Health Training courses do we offer?
As well as improving your employees’ knowledge and understanding of common mental health conditions and their effects, our courses will equip them with the skills and confidence they need to be able better to support their own and others’ mental wellbeing, so that you can reduce absence, boost productivity and create a positive mental health culture that allows every employee to thrive.
Our courses include:
Mental Health First Aid*
Equip your staff to support others in a crisis and help them learn how to recognise and respond to the signs and symptoms of various mental health conditions. The course covers depression, suicidal crisis, anxiety, psychosis, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, self-harm and other relevant conditions and issues. Treatment, recovery and relevant resources are discussed for each condition, along with action planning.
Mental Health First Aid Refresher*
Refresh the knowledge of your team and maintain their CPD levels with this MHFA refresher course. With more being understood, discussed, and implemented surrounding mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, new approaches, responses and terminology are constantly emerging. This course covers knowledge of mental health, its influence, and causes, along with how to recognise the signs and symptoms of mental ill-health.
Suicide First Aid*
Equip employees to spot, understand and respond effectively to signs of suicide intentions. This training explores the potential causes of thoughts of suicide or suicide ideas and provides attendees with the tools and knowledge to help someone with suicidal thoughts stay safe. It is ideal for anyone who wants to understand the theory and practice of suicide intervention skills, including managers or practitioners in the health, housing, social care, education and criminal justice sectors, as well as call centre operators, private, voluntary and public sector workers and community groups or members.
Mental Health & Wellbeing Champion Programme
Designed for colleagues who are passionate about health and wellbeing and wish to volunteer to help improve mental health within their organisation, in addition to their regular duties. This course aims to equip employees with the knowledge and confidence to promote mental wellbeing services, initiatives and activities.
Men’s mental health webinars, bitesize sessions and talks
Whether your workforce is based on-site, working remotely, or spread across multiple shifts and locations, our flexible delivery options ensure everyone can access meaningful support. These sessions are crafted to be practical, relatable, and engaging-addressing the unique mental health challenges men face in the workplace.
Meet our Senior MHFA and SFA Trainer
Barrie Norman Jnr – Senior Mental Health First Aid and Suicide First-Aid trainer, and Operational Lead.
“After a distinguished military career, I’ve transitioned to leading workplace training and consultancy. As the Operational Lead and Senior MHFA trainer, I ensure smooth service operation and high-quality training delivery, drawing on the discipline, resilience, and leadership skills honed during my time in the armed forces.
I have faced my own battles with mental health, and it’s this lived experience that fuels my passion for the work I do. I’m committed to using my platform to break the silence around mental health and suicide-challenging stigma, encouraging open conversations, and helping others feel less alone in their struggles.
On a more light-hearted note, here is a fun fact for you! I’m an avid Warhammer Age of Sigmar player, and was recently ranked in the top 10 worldwide!”
Why choose Medigold Mental Health Training Services?
At Medigold, we specialise in empowering employers and employees to support colleagues struggling with mental ill health and promote better health and wellbeing throughout your organisation.
- We’re experts: Our expert team has been delivering workplace training to organisations from all sectors for decades, helping to shape the culture and inclusivity of workplaces across the UK.
- We’re flexible: We offer flexible training options and a range of services so you can choose the most appropriate solution based on the structure and needs of your business.
- We’re qualified, with a wealth of experience: Our team of qualified training consultants all have extensive knowledge and a practical understanding of workplace issues and are highly experienced in delivering effective and engaging learning.
- We work holistically: Our workplace training and consultancy services are designed to complement your occupational health service and support your existing diversity and inclusion and wellbeing strategies.
*Specialist Accredited Programmes
A selection of training programmes, including Mental Health First Aid, (accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH)) and Suicide First Aid, enables attendees to progress to an accredited learning unit with City Guilds post-course.
Interested in finding out more?
Alice was very confident talking about the subject and the pace of the training was just right for the content covered. I came away with a deeper understanding of the mental health continuum and the different symptoms that poor mental health can cause.
– Mark,
I loved the learning and the engagement throughout! Everything was very clear and I loved how complex and difficult topics were covered in a sensitive way. Opinions were valued and opportunities were given to discuss topics. Thank you for a great course!
– Josie,
The course was excellent, as was the course leader, Zoe. Despite the nature of the subject matter, she was able to bring humour and was constantly checking in that everyone was okay.
– Elsa,
I enjoyed how interactive the training was. The material was delivered at a good pace and the trainer, Kath, was approachable, knowledgeable and personable.
– Emilia,
Alice was a really brilliant trainer and gave me some additional help too, which she didn’t have to. I loved her manner and how inclusive she made the session feel, even though it was remote. It was a really valuable session, thank you.
Our specialist training team can help!
Get in touch today by filling in the contact form or give us a call at 033 3567 1102 to discover how we can empower your team through mental health training.
