CAYMAN ISLANDS

Instructor Training

Training Courses

MHFA Cayman develop and deliver high quality, research and evidence based mental health training.

Adult MHFA Instructor Training – 5 Day Course
Train up as a Mental Health First Aid Wales Instructor with our 5 day Instructor Training Programme.
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Youth MHFA Instructor Training – 5 Day Course
Train up as a Mental Health First Aid Wales Instructor with our 5 day Instructor Training Programme.
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Already Qualified?

If you have already recieved Instructor Training and you're looking to take the next steps - Please fill out the application form below and we'll be in touch with you as soon as we've reviewed your application.

PLEASE READ THIS IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE PROCEEDING TO THE APPLICATION QUESTIONS.
The Selection criteria
In order to select people with the appropriate skills and experiences to organise and teach MHFA courses, there are up to eight questions on this application form to answer to show that you meet the following criteria:

• Good knowledge of mental disorders and their treatment

• Personal or professional experience with adults experiencing mental health problems

• Favourable attitudes towards people with mental health problems

• Exceptional teaching and communication skills

• Good background knowledge of mental health and community services

• Effective interpersonal skills

• Sound business plan or organisational support to ensure MHFA sustainability

Completing this form
Please answer the following questions in order to assist us to assess how you meet the selection criteria. When writing your responses please include specific examples of what you have done.

Please do not send a CV as this will not be considered. If all the questions included in this form are not answered your application will not be considered.

Important things to note
Your application must be written by yourself, not a third party.

• Applications need to be received no later than 4 weeks before the commencement date of the course.

• We recommend that participants have experienced good mental health for the 12 months prior to attending the course due to the material that is covered in the training.

• Please note that limited places are available. Once the maximum is reached, applications will be placed on a waiting list for cancellations.

• We recommend that you do not book travel and accommodation until you have been accepted into the course.

Police Clearance and Character References
MHFA Cayman Islands requires all instructors to submit a valid Police Clearance Certificate from the RCIPS Criminal Records Office that is dated no longer than six (6) months of completing this instructor application.

All instructors must also submit two (2) signed character reference letters, these letters must include the following details:

• The referee’s contact details, if follow-up required.

• Describe how long and in what capacity they have known the applicant.

• Comments on applicant’s personal integrity, interpersonal & communication skills, responsibility & reliability, and experience with mental health education.

• Disclose, if applicable, any concerns about suitability to be a MHFA Cayman Islands instructor (or explicitly state none)

Police clearance certificate and character references can be sent via email to info@mhfacayman.ky

I confirm that I have read the above section in its entirety *Yes, and I understand I'm required to submit a Police Clearance Certificate and two (2) signed character reference letters alongside the completion of this application.
First Name *
Last Name *
Date of birth *
Primary Contact Email *
Primary Contact Number *
Job Title *
Employer *
Please confirm your status *CaymanianPermanent ResidencyWork Permit HolderOther (please specify)
The Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course is designed for interested members of the public, and workspaces. We are interested in your experiences and skills that would enable you to teach this course.
What are your personal and/or professional experiences in mental health problems and their treatment, including any relevant qualifications? Your answer must demonstrate that you have good knowledge of mental health challenges, their treatments and mental health and community services. *
What are your experiences and/or qualifications that would enable you to conduct training sessions effectively? Your answer must demonstrate that you have good teaching, communication skills and interpersonal skills. *
What experience do you have in effectively networking with a particular community and/or the general community? *
What other experiences or skills do you have that may be relevant, and enhance your ability to deliver the MHFA Cayman Islands course? *
If applicable, please list your tertiary qualifications:
First Tertiary Qualification:
First Tertiary Institute:
First Tertiary Qualification Year Completed:
Second Tertiary Qualification:
Second Tertiary Institute:
Second Tertiary Qualification Year Completed:
Third Tertiary Qualification:
Third Tertiary Institute:
Third Tertiary Qualification Year Completed:
Are you attached to an organisation that will support you in an ongoing way as an MHFA Instructor?YesNo
Are there any groups of people to whom you are particularly suited to deliver MHFA courses? If so, how would you organise and conduct MHFA courses to these groups? *
Part of the aim of the MHFA course is to reduce the stigma towards people with mental health problems. Can you tell us what factors you believe exist that maintain the unfavourable attitudes some people have towards mental health problems? *
In your opinion, what are the key skills needed to be an effective MHFA Instructor? *
What would you do if, during one of the MHFA courses you are conducting, one of the participants is not receptive to the course's content? *
What would you do if, during one of the MHFA courses you are conducting, one of the participants is not receptive to the course's content? *
Have you ever attended a 2-day MHFA Course?YesNo
If yes, please let us know how many courses, and when you attended them. *

Represented by an international network of independent Licensed Providers working together to deliver practical mental health first aid training and education. Together they have over 50,000 Instructors and have delivered training to over 4 million people across 26 countries, who have joined the global movement of Mental Health First Aiders.

Instructor Training

Training Courses

Adult MHFA Instructor Training – 5 Day Course

Youth MHFA Instructor Training – 5 Day Course

Already Qualified?

PLEASE READ THIS IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE PROCEEDING TO THE APPLICATION QUESTIONS.

The Selection criteria

Completing this form

Important things to note

Police Clearance and Character References

The Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course is designed for interested members of the public, and workspaces. We are interested in your experiences and skills that would enable you to teach this course.

If applicable, please list your tertiary qualifications: