Mental Health First Aid Training for Sport
Coaches, welfare officers and club volunteers are often the people players trust most. They see players every week, notice when something has changed, and are often the first adult a young person opens up to. Our MHFA England courses give them the skills and confidence to respond well.
4.9 from 90 Google reviewsWhy it matters in sport
Half of all mental health conditions are established by the age of 14, and three quarters by the age of 24. Suicide is the leading cause of death for men aged 15 to 49. Both facts are highlighted in The FA’s mental health guidance for coaches and managers, which reminds coaches they aren’t expected to be experts, but should know how to spot the signs, listen and signpost.
That’s exactly what mental health first aid teaches, with a clear action plan and the confidence to use it.
Trusted in football
We’ve trained people at The FA and Manchester FA.
Which course is right for your club?
- Youth MHFA (2 days): for coaches and volunteers working with players aged 8 to 18.
- Adult MHFA (2 days): for clubs with adult teams, staff and senior players.
- Youth MHFA Champion (1 day) or Adult MHFA Champion (1 day): a one-day introduction for volunteers and parents.
- Refresher (half day): keeps MHFAiders’ certificates up to date every three years.
Online or face to face, you choose
- Live online: ideal for teams spread across clubs, venues and leagues. Run by Richie or one of our associate MHFA England instructors.
- Face to face for groups of 6 or more: we come to your workplace or a venue anywhere in the UK. Travel and accommodation are added to your quote where needed.
What learners say
“Richie created a safe environment where we all felt heard and respected, he checked in on us regularly to make sure we were ok when talking about difficult topics.”
Mary Kacigeras, Marketing Director, Alliotts LLP
“He’s so knowledgeable, patient and kind.”
Cath Mitchell-Browne, Executive Admin Assistant
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Why train with Mental Health & Life
- Over 1,000 people trained across the UK
- Rated 4.9 from 90 Google reviews
- Rising Star winner, Business Awards UK 2025
- MHFA England Instructor Member, delivering the official MHFA England courses
Your questions answered
Should our Club Welfare Officer do this?
It’s a great fit. Welfare officers already handle safeguarding concerns, and mental health first aid adds the skills to recognise and respond to mental health issues.
Youth or adult course?
If you coach under-18s, choose Youth MHFA. If your club is mostly adults, choose the adult course. Many clubs train people on both.
Can you train a whole league or county?
Yes. We run private courses for groups of 6 or more, online or face to face, anywhere in the UK.
Ready to train your club?
Tell us how many people you’d like to train and where, and we’ll send you a quote. Or call us on 020 3984 9825.
