MHFA Training — Wigan
Accredited Mental Health First Aid training delivered in Wigan by certified MHFA England instructor Danny Sculthorpe. Qualify up to 16 of your team as certified Mental Health First Aiders.
MHFA Training in Wigan
Mental Health First Aid training is the mental health equivalent of physical first aid — it equips people to recognise the signs of mental health issues, have a supportive conversation and guide someone to the right help. Every Wigan organisation that takes mental health seriously should have qualified MHFAs.
Danny Sculthorpe is a certified MHFA England instructor based in Wigan. He delivers the full two-day qualification to organisations across Wigan and Greater Manchester — bringing the same lived experience and honesty that makes his keynotes and workshops so effective to the formal training environment.
The course qualifies up to 16 participants as certified Mental Health First Aiders, giving your Wigan organisation a recognised, accredited standard of mental health support. Danny delivers at your premises — you just need a suitable training room.
"We look forward to seeing you back at Project Group UK for Mental Health Awareness training soon."
Project Group UK
What the Course Covers
Understanding the difference between mental health and mental illness, the factors that affect mental health, and the scale of mental health issues in UK workplaces.
Recognising the signs of depression and anxiety — the most common mental health conditions — and knowing how to have a supportive conversation with someone who may be struggling.
Safe messaging around suicide. How to have a direct conversation with someone who may be having suicidal thoughts — and how to get them the right support.
Recognising the signs of psychosis, eating disorders, substance misuse and other mental health conditions that may present in the workplace.
A practical five-step framework for supporting someone in a mental health crisis — the tool every qualified MHFA leaves with and can use from day one.
"Danny's sessions delivered powerful and honest personal experiences alongside practical advice and signposting. The sessions reflect our ongoing commitment to colleague wellbeing and the importance we place on creating a supportive, open culture where mental health is taken seriously."
Weaver Vale Housing Trust
FAQ
Yes. Danny Sculthorpe is a certified MHFA England instructor based in Wigan and delivers the full 2-day qualification to organisations across Wigan and Greater Manchester.
Up to 16 per course. This limit is set by MHFA England to ensure quality of learning and practice.
Yes. Danny travels to you. You just need a suitable training room for up to 16 people.
The certificate is valid for 3 years. An annual MHFA refresher is recommended to keep skills sharp and confidence high between renewals.
Yes. The workshop is about awareness and conversation skills for the whole team. MHFA training is a formal two-day qualification producing certified first aiders. They complement each other well.
Ready to Book?
Get in touch and Danny's team will come back to you within 24 hours to discuss dates, group size and everything you need to get started.
