The Timber Trades Benevolent Society (TTBS) is offering Timber Development UK members free places on its next Mental Health First Aid Course, which takes place in February 2026.
Two free places are available to each TDUK member company, giving them the opportunity to provide valuable staff training on Mental Health First Aid and to raise awareness of this important issue. The course is provided in partnership with MHFA England.
The eight-hour online Mental Health First Aid Course is delivered over two half-day sessions, giving participants the skills to:
- Identify signs of poor mental health and provide first-level support and early intervention
- Encourage individuals to identify and seek professional help
- Practise active listening and empathy
- Improve mental health literacy and help remove the stigma surrounding mental health issues
- Understand the MHF Aider role in depth – including boundaries and confidentiality
- Learn and practise self-care techniques
- Have access to the MHF Aider Support App
- Access on-going support.
TTBS General Manager Christella Golby said: “Our aim is simple: to train as many people in our industry as possible to become Mental Health First Aiders. We believe that the more people who take part, the greater the impact we can have in supporting each other.”
For more information or to register your interest, please contact Christella at info@ttbs.org.uk
