MHFAider qualification

Looking to build your confidence as an MHFAider®? Strengthen your knowledge with a RSPH Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid.

Take the next step as an MHFAider with a qualification in Mental Health First Aid

RSPH Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid

Build on your expertise and confidence as an MHFAider with our internationally recognised qualification.

To gain your RSPH Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid, you'll have the opportunity to test your knowledge with a practical eAssessment.

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Qualification eligibility

More about eligibility

MHFAiders who have completed our most recent Mental Health First Aid England® course or Adult MHFA Refresher course and hold a valid certificate are eligible to register their interest. If you are a member of the Association of Mental Health First Aiders, you can log in to the Online Learning Hub here to access the 'Become a qualified MHFAider' area and register for the MHFAider qualification eAssessment.

Alternatively, please contact the Qualification Team at qualification@mhfaengland.org to request further information and guidance on how to register.

Proud partners of the Royal Society for Public Health

About RSPH

We partnered with RSPH to create our Ofqual regulated MHFAider qualification.

Established in 1856, RSPH is an independent campaigning and educational charity dedicated to improving and protecting the health of the public.

RSPH is the world’s oldest public health body. It awards 40,000 qualifications annually.

MHFA England and RSPH share the belief that mental health is a public health issue. Together, we can create a society where everyone’s mental health matters.

Why get an MHFAider qualification with us?

Continue your learning journey

Our internationally recognised RSPH Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid will give you a chance to demonstrate your commitment to mental health first aid and test your knowledge as an MHFAider.

Learn about our mission

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We’re the leading provider of quality mental health training

Created with the help of clinical experts and those with lived experience, our training is grounded in research. We help people recognise the signs of poor mental health, gain the confidence to start a conversation, and know how to signpost to professional support.

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Help improve the mental health of the nation

As a social enterprise, all our profits are reinvested into providing quality mental health training for all. When you book with us, you’re helping to improve the mental health of the nation by increasing access to our courses to those who need it most.

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Case studies

We’ve trained over 800,000 people in mental health skills and awareness over the last 15 years.

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What people are saying about us

“The MHFAider qualification is an exciting step forward in the evolution of this critical training. This formalises the knowledge learners have and gives the training extra weight. I think it will help people understand that MHFAiders have been through a rigorous training process and are safe to be approached. The process felt very safe and well managed. There was support throughout and the questions really made me think about how embedded the learning had been. I now have a well-earned RSPH Level 3 Award in Mental Health First Aid!”

Jane Cattermole, Founder / Director, Mainly, Mental Health