Building mental health literacy

An overview of the connection between menopause and mental health, including options for support in the workplace. Suitable for anyone interested in the impact of menopause: managers, colleagues or HR staff.

Format: Virtual (2 hrs) or classroom (3.5 hrs)

Looking after your wellbeing

An overview of the importance of looking after your wellbeing particularly in the workplace, including practical tips and tools to do so. Suitable for anyone looking to proactively improve their wellbeing.

Format: Virtual (90 mins)

Awareness raising

Virtual bitesize sessions High level, 45 min overviews of various topics that relate to mental health and wellbeing. Suitable for all audiences.
Food and mood	Explores the relationship between food and mood, and the impact this can have on mental health
Having a conversation about mental health	Explores the impact of stigma and how to have a supportive conversation about mental health
Managing stress	Explores the definition, triggers and impact of stress, including techniques to manage this in the workplace
Men’s mental health	Explores men’s mental health including the impact of stigma, contributors to poor mental health and signposting for support
Winter wellbeing	Explores the impact of the winter months on our wellbeing, including seasonal affective disorder, and practical strategies to support our wellbeing
Sleep and mental health	Explores the relationship between sleep and mental health, including tips to improve your sleep to support your overall wellbeing
Social media and mental health	Explores the impact of social media use on our mental health, including tips to manage overuse
Using a Wellness Action Plan	Explores Wellness Action Plans and how to use these plans within the workplace effectively

Support roles

Mental health awareness level 2

In-depth information on symptoms, diagnoses and how to practically support others within front-line roles safely whilst maintaining boundaries. Suitable for when basic mental health literacy has already been developed.

Format: Classroom (6 hrs)

Mental health in the workplace: a guide for managers

Develops skills to support staff with their mental health within the workplace, including an understanding of legislation and managing reasonable adjustments. Aimed at managers and/or HR staff.

Format: Virtual (3.5 hrs) or classroom (6 hrs)

Mental health: supporting others

Develops initial skills to support others within the workplace, including the impact of stigma, common diagnoses and maintaining boundaries. Aimed at anyone looking to provide basic support. For more in-depth content, refer to ‘Mental health awareness l2’.

Format: Virtual (2 hrs)

Mental health: supporting customers

Develops initial skills to support customers experiencing poor mental health as part of your role in face to face, virtual and telephone interactions. Includes the impact of stigma, consumer vulnerability and maintaining boundaries. Aimed at anyone looking to provide basic support.

Format: Virtual (2 hrs)

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Support roles

Introduction to suicide prevention

Introduces the prevalence of suicide within Scotland, the associated stigma and its impact. Additionally, it covers practical guidance on supporting someone experiencing thoughts of suicide including signposting. Aimed at anyone looking to provide initial support.

Format: Virtual (2hrs) or classroom (3.5 hrs)

Trauma and mental health

Explores the impact of trauma on our mental health and how to adopt a trauma informed approach when supporting others, whilst maintaining boundaries. Aimed at anyone supporting others with experience of trauma.

Format: Virtual (3.5 hrs) or classroom (6 hrs)

These courses discuss sensitive topics, especially for those who have been closely impacted by suicide or trauma. Please consider whether these courses are suitable for you to attend at this time. They do not offer immediate crisis support and we cannot guarantee a confidential, safe space throughout delivery.

Accredited training

Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid

(SMHFA)

SMHFA offers beginner level, general information about mental health problems and stigma, and develops confidence to provide an initial response to someone in distress until other suitable or professional help can be found. Accredited by Scottish Mental Health First Aid.

Format: 2-day classroom

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognise when someone may be having thoughts of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Accredited by LivingWorks.

Format: 2-day classroom

Looking for follow-up support for Mental Health First Aiders? Have a look at our SMHFA wrap around workshop

The finer details

Delivery options

We offer training in person or virtually via Microsoft Teams to ensure everyone at your organisation has access, no matter the size or geographical location. Virtual options include webinars or interactive workshops

Pricing

Our pricing is based on a tiered approach by sector, and final costs depend on factors like group size, course duration, and any bespoke development required. Once we understand your needs, a member of the team can provide a quote

Follow-up resources

Each course (excluding bitesize sessions) is followed up with an interactive, digital pack which includes further reading, and other relevant resources

Bespoke content

Interested in adjusting some content or a brand new bespoke course? We are happy to discuss your requirements further together

Our training products are insights-driven and evidence-based, with new topics and products often created in direct response to client demand

Contact our award-winning team

Alicia and Nicole with our Workplace Wellbeing Award, 2025

Ready to get started?

Speak to our team at workplace@samh.org.uk

The first step will be a conversation to understand the needs of your staff at an organisational, team and individual level. We'll then work on a plan and recommend which of our products and services can help you to achieve your goals.

Whether you are looking for a one off training session for your team or a structured, multi-year training partnership, we're here to help.

The main thing is having confidence that SAMH will deliver a quality training product"

Scottish Power, 2025