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EFR Mental Health Awareness
Employee mental health in the workplace has become as important as providing CPR and first-aid training. The spotlight is on employers to evaluate the need, and provide adequate provision, for the mental wellbeing of their staff. This may include training staff in the awareness of mental health issues, and how to recognize signs and symptoms and provide support to someone who may be experiencing mental health issues.
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About the EFR Mental Health Awareness Course
Mental health matters—under the surface and beyond. The EFR Mental Health Awareness Course at Diving Academy gives you the knowledge and confidence to recognize signs of mental distress and take meaningful action. Whether you’re a diver, instructor, team leader, or simply someone who wants to support others, this course will help you become a more compassionate and prepared individual.
At Diving Academy, we’ve tailored this course to empower you with real-world communication tools and practical strategies to assist someone who may be experiencing mental health challenges. You’ll explore the importance of early intervention, how to reduce stigma, and ways to connect people to professional help when needed.
Why Take the EFR Mental Health Awareness Course?
Mental health affects every area of life—including the diving world. This course prepares you to respond with empathy and clarity when someone is struggling, whether it’s a dive buddy, student, family member, or colleague. By completing the EFR Mental Health Awareness Course, you’ll gain essential skills that extend far beyond emergency situations.
You don’t need any prior qualifications—just a willingness to learn and help others.
What You’ll Learn
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How to identify signs of mental health stress, anxiety, and crisis
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Effective communication techniques to approach someone with care
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Practical support strategies you can use in everyday life and in emergencies
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How to reduce stigma and promote mental wellbeing in your community
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Guidance on when and how to refer someone to professional care
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is ideal for:
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Divers and dive professionals
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Rescue divers and instructors
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Lifeguards, tour leaders, and crew
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Workplace first aiders
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Anyone who wants to support mental health awareness
Course Format
This course includes classroom sessions, real-life scenarios, and group discussions to support all learning styles. It’s engaging, insightful, and designed to leave a lasting impact.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Take the next step in becoming a trusted support figure both in and out of the water. Sign up for the EFR Mental Health Awareness Course at Diving Academy today.
Want to continue your training? Explore our EFR Primary & Secondary Care course or learn how to become a PADI Rescue Diver to build even stronger emergency response skills.
Course Locations
Dive Centre
Diving Academy – Dive Centre, Sunfield Business Park, New Mill Road, Wokingham, RG40 4QT
Pool Training Sites
Wokingham – The Forest School, Robin Hood Lane, Winnersh, Wokingham, RG41 5NE
Yateley – Yateley School, School Lane, GU46 6NW
Hagbourne – Hagbourne School Pool, Main Road, East Hagbourne, OX11 9LR
Swindon – Halo Highworth Recreation Centre, The Elms, Highworth, Swindon SN6 7DD
Open Water Training Sites:
London – Wraysbury Diving Lake, Station Road, Wraysbury, Berkshire, TW19 5ND
Radstock – Vobster Quay, Upper Vobster, Radstock, BA3 5SD
Leicester – Stoney Cove, Sapcote Road, Stoney Stanton, Leicester, LE9 4DW
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