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The public health team in Gloucestershire County Council organises additional and bespoke training courses in mental health awareness, suicide awareness/prevention, postvention and other areas.  

These free courses are available to those working/volunteering in public and VCS sector and community groups, who come across members of the public.

Funded training opportunities

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Please find details below of the training courses currently available.

Only attendees who have reserved a place will be able to attend (click on the arrows against each course for information on how to book a place). Anyone who turns up without a confirmed place may be turned away.

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You will be directed to LearnPro, an external training platform, to create an account and register for this course. You can access Learn Pro’s privacy notice here LearnPro’s privacy information. You will be asked to provide your name, email address, and the organisation you work for. Your information will be shared with Gloucestershire County Council and our training provider to deliver the course to you. Your personal information will only be retained for the duration of the course and by registering for this course, you agree to consent for your personal information to be processed by Gloucestershire County Council. For further information, including your rights under the Data Protection Act 2018, please visit our Privacy notice page: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/data-protection/service-specific-privacy-notices/

If you need more information, please contact us at suicideprevention@gloucestershire.gov.uk

This bespoke workshop has been developed and will be facilitated by Swindon & Gloucestershire MIND.

Course objectives:

  • To explore:
    • Why men’s mental wellbeing is important
    • Men, masculinity, socialisation and help seeking behaviour
    • How masculinity may impact how men experience mental health and poor mental wellbeing
    • How we can all more effectively support men to overcome poor mental wellbeing, maintain good mental wellbeing and access appropriate support when needed

When:  

    • Wednesday 14th January 2026 -    9:30 am-12:30 pm
    • Wednesday 18th February 2026 - 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Method: Online via MS Teams 

How to book a place: Places can be booked on the LearnPro training portal - please email proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk to request a registration guide.

This bespoke workshop has been developed and will be facilitated by Swindon & Gloucestershire MIND.

Course objectives:

  • To explore:
    • Why men’s mental wellbeing is important
    • Men, masculinity, socialisation and help seeking behaviour
    • How masculinity may impact how men experience mental health and poor mental wellbeing
    • How we can all more effectively support men to overcome poor mental wellbeing, maintain good mental wellbeing and access appropriate support when needed

When:  

    • Wednesday 14th January 2026 -    9:30 am-12:30 pm
    • Wednesday 18th February 2026 - 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Method: Online via MS Teams 

How to book a place: Places can be booked on the LearnPro training portal - please email proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk to request a registration guide.

On this 1 day workshop-style course, individuals will gain an insightful understanding of mental health and wellbeing. Packed with practical advice, you will be able to spot signs of declining mental health, and by using our practical action plan A.C.T.© . To be able to appropriately offer someone help both in an emergency and as a longer-term solution.

Course Objectives

    • What is mental health?
    • Stigma & discrimination
    • The mental health spectrum
    • Recovery & wellness
    • Stress & pressure
    • Stress self-care
    • Anxiety
    • Getting help & support
    • Your role as a Mental Wellbeing Supporter
    • How to use your A.C.T.© plan

When:

    • Monday 12th January 2026 9.30 am to 4.30 pm
    • Tuesday 10th March 2026 9.30 am to 4.30 pm

Method: Online via MS Teams 

How book a place Places can be booked on the LearnPro training portal - please email proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk to request a registration guide.

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Mental Wellbeing First Aid 

On this 1 day workshop-style course, individuals will gain an insightful understanding of mental health and wellbeing. Packed with practical advice, you will be able to spot signs of declining mental health, and by using our practical action plan A.C.T.© . To be able to appropriately offer someone help both in an emergency and as a longer-term solution.

Course Objectives

    • What is mental health?
    • Stigma & discrimination
    • The mental health spectrum
    • Recovery & wellness
    • Stress & pressure
    • Stress self-care
    • Anxiety
    • Getting help & support
    • Your role as a Mental Wellbeing Supporter
    • How to use your A.C.T.© plan

When:

    • Monday 12th January 2026 9.30 am to 4.30 pm
    • Tuesday 10th March 2026 9.30 am to 4.30 pm

Method: Online via MS Teams 

How book a place Places can be booked on the LearnPro training portal - please email proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk to request a registration guide.

Find out more 

Mental Wellbeing First Aid 

This course provides learners with essential knowledge and practical tools to understand that suicide is among the most preventable causes of death. Participants will develop core skills to engage in supportive conversations with individuals showing signs of suicidal ideation, and learn how to connect them with trained professionals for further help.

Course Objectives

    • Explores the stigma and survivors of bereavement by suicide and the ‘Hidden Toll’.
    • Suicide thoughts and suicide behaviour.
    • Examines possible causes of suicide thoughts.
    • Provides a framework to recognise and ask about suicide.

When

    • Friday 16th January 2026                    9.00 am to 1 pm
    • Tuesday 10th February 2026              9.00 am to 1 pm
    • Tuesday 3rd March 2026                     1.00 pm to 5 pm
    • Thursday 26th March 2026                 1.00 pm to 5 pm

Method: Online via MS Teams 

How to book a place: Places can be booked on the LearnPro training portal - please email proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk to request a registration guide.

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Suicide First Aid - Lite - Grassroots Suicide Prevention

This course provides learners with essential knowledge and practical tools to understand that suicide is among the most preventable causes of death. Participants will develop core skills to engage in supportive conversations with individuals showing signs of suicidal ideation, and learn how to connect them with trained professionals for further help.

Course Objectives

    • Explores the stigma and survivors of bereavement by suicide and the ‘Hidden Toll’.
    • Suicide thoughts and suicide behaviour.
    • Examines possible causes of suicide thoughts.
    • Provides a framework to recognise and ask about suicide.

When

    • Friday 16th January 2026                    9.00 am to 1 pm
    • Tuesday 10th February 2026              9.00 am to 1 pm
    • Tuesday 3rd March 2026                     1.00 pm to 5 pm
    • Thursday 26th March 2026                 1.00 pm to 5 pm

Method: Online via MS Teams 

How to book a place: Places can be booked on the LearnPro training portal - please email proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk to request a registration guide.

Find out more

Suicide First Aid - Lite - Grassroots Suicide Prevention

On this 2 day workshop-style course, packed with case studies based on real life and using the practical A.C.T.I.O.N.S.© plan, individuals will learn skills to help others proactively (including mental health crises) as well as themselves.

The course takes an in-depth look at common mental health illnesses such as depression and anxiety, challenges stigma and teaches participants about stress, alarm bells, coping methods, recovery, self-care and so much more!

With a strong focus on how to get help beyond the medical model, Mental Wellbeing First Aid creates hope and positive action.

This course qualifies you as a ‘Mental Wellbeing First Aider’ in the workplace. Delegates will receive a handy resource pack including a combined workbook & manual, A.C.T.I.O.N.S.© card, and e-certificate.

Course Objectives

    • What is mental health?
    • Stigma & discrimination
    • The mental health spectrum
    • Recovery & wellness
    • Stress & pressure
    • Stress self-care
    • Anxiety
    • Getting help & support
    • Your role as a Mental Wellbeing Supporter
    • How to use your A.C.T.© plan.

When:

    • Monday 19th January 2026 9.30 am to 4.30 pm (Day 1)
    • Tuesday 20th January 2026 9.30 am to 4.30 pm (Day 2)

Method: In Person 

Where:  The Pavilion, Cheltenham

How book a place Places can be booked on the LearnPro training portal - please email proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk to request a registration guide.

Find out more 

Mental Wellbeing First Aid 

 

On this 2 day workshop-style course, packed with case studies based on real life and using the practical A.C.T.I.O.N.S.© plan, individuals will learn skills to help others proactively (including mental health crises) as well as themselves.

The course takes an in-depth look at common mental health illnesses such as depression and anxiety, challenges stigma and teaches participants about stress, alarm bells, coping methods, recovery, self-care and so much more!

With a strong focus on how to get help beyond the medical model, Mental Wellbeing First Aid creates hope and positive action.

This course qualifies you as a ‘Mental Wellbeing First Aider’ in the workplace. Delegates will receive a handy resource pack including a combined workbook & manual, A.C.T.I.O.N.S.© card, and e-certificate.

Course Objectives

    • What is mental health?
    • Stigma & discrimination
    • The mental health spectrum
    • Recovery & wellness
    • Stress & pressure
    • Stress self-care
    • Anxiety
    • Getting help & support
    • Your role as a Mental Wellbeing Supporter
    • How to use your A.C.T.© plan.

When:

    • Monday 19th January 2026 9.30 am to 4.30 pm (Day 1)
    • Tuesday 20th January 2026 9.30 am to 4.30 pm (Day 2)

Method: In Person 

Where:  The Pavilion, Cheltenham

How book a place Places can be booked on the LearnPro training portal - please email proudtolearn@gloucestershire.gov.uk to request a registration guide.

Find out more 

Mental Wellbeing First Aid