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Free, self-paced intro with access to our community. Learn the basics of safe, people-first conversations and see how our training works.

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What you’ll get

  • Free access to the first full module

  • Community forum and optional drop-ins

  • Practical tools from the module you can use right away

  • Guidance on next steps

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What this free intro covers

Get the first full module from our Mental Health First Aid pathways at no cost. You’ll explore what MHFA is and isn’t, the role and limits of an MHFAider, stigma and its effects, workplace factors, vicarious trauma and self-care, plus a short reflective activity. You’ll also access our community space. No assessment or certificate in the free intro.

What MHFA is (and isn’t)

Understand the purpose of Mental Health First Aid, the role’s boundaries and where your responsibility ends.

Stigma and workplace factors

See how stigma and working conditions shape mental health, and practical ways to reduce harm.

Self-care and reflection

Learn about vicarious trauma, set healthy boundaries and use a simple reflective practice prompt.

  • How the free intro works

    Create your free account.

    Start with a short introduction to the course and your role.

    Complete the first full module at your pace.

    Join the community forum and optional drop-ins.

No assessment or certificate in the free intro. Continue later to the accredited Awareness course or the full First Aider qualification.

MHScot gave us clear, practical ways to start conversations about mental health at work.”

- Phoenix Group

Free intro

Use it at work and beyond

This free introduction helps you notice concerns, have respectful conversations and reduce stigma. You’ll also learn simple ways to look after yourself while supporting others.

  • Start earlier, safer conversations

  • Share support options without labels

  • Set healthy boundaries and care for yourself

Championing Workplace Mental Health Since 1989

Meet Catherine

I’m Catherine Eadie, founder of MHScot. For over 10 years we’ve helped workplaces take practical, people-first approaches to mental health. My focus is simple: honest conversations, clear next steps and safer ways of working, not labels. As a social enterprise, we reinvest profits into community support so more people benefit. You’ll find our training straightforward, compassionate and grounded in real work.

Award-Winning Excellent

Proudly recognised as the Business Awards UK 2024 Winner for Best Learning Management System in Business Training and Education, MHScot Workplace Wellbeing is leading the way in delivering impactful, innovative, and accessible mental health training.

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Create a free account to access the introduction and first full module, join the community and see how our learning works. No deadlines and no payment details needed.

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Ready for a qualification? Continue later to Awareness or First Aider.