Children and Youth Mental Health First Aid

Children and Youth Mental Health First Aid is an essential online training course for anyone who supports young people. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, teaching assistant, caregiver, youth worker, or school staff member, this CPD-accredited course by Essential Safety Training is designed to help you better understand and respond to mental health concerns affecting children and young people.

With mental health challenges becoming more prevalent among the younger generation, recognising early warning signs and knowing how to respond effectively is more important than ever. This course helps you identify symptoms of depression, anxiety, emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, and other mental health issues such as ADHD and bipolar disorder. You’ll also explore ways to offer immediate, compassionate support and learn techniques to build trust and ensure emotional safety.

You’ll begin with the fundamentals of mental health awareness, then explore the specific psychological needs of children and young people, along with guidance on first aid approaches in crisis situations. This includes a focus on how to support young people facing suicidal ideation and how to take early action that could prevent self-harming behaviours.

Delivered 100% online, the course is fully self-paced and accessible from any device. Once you complete the course, you’ll receive a CPD-accredited digital certificate, helping you meet compliance and professional development goals while truly making a difference in young lives.

With 24/7 learner support, a 14-day money-back guarantee, and impactful content, this training helps you create a safer, more supportive space for children and teens. Enrol today and become someone young people can trust.