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Last updated: February 2026
Psychological First Aid Training
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£196.00
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What you'll learn
By the end of this course, participants will have developed a comprehensive understanding of Psychological First-Aid principles and how to apply them safely across a range of situations. Key learning outcomes include:
- Understand the purpose, scope, and limitations of Psychological First-Aid within crisis and trauma contexts.
- Gain insight into the global origins, humanitarian foundations, and evidence base of Psychological First-Aid.
- Learn how crisis, trauma, and stress affect the human nervous system before, during, and after critical incidents.
- Recognise common human reactions to traumatic events, including fear, shock, dissociation, and emotional dysregulation.
- Understand concepts such as eustress, distress, and the window of tolerance, and their relevance to crisis support.
- Develop practical skills in identifying safety needs, risks, and priorities in emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Learn how to listen with empathy, presence, and psychological safety without pressuring or re-traumatising individuals.
- Apply ethical, culturally sensitive, and non-judgemental approaches when providing Psychological First-Aid.
- Gain confidence in linking individuals to appropriate social, community, medical, and professional support services.
About course
Every year, millions of people experience crises or traumatic events that can trigger fear, anxiety, and emotional distress. Psychological First Aid is a supportive approach that helps individuals in distress feel calm, understood, and connected to further help. Our CPD-accredited Psychological First Aid Training teaches you how to provide this essential support effectively.
This course is crafted for healthcare workers, educators, social care staff, volunteers, and anyone supporting individuals in distress. Whether working with children, adults, or online communities, this psychological first aid course prepares you to respond ethically, confidently, and with compassion in critical situations.
Moreover, you will learn how trauma affects the nervous system, recognise different stress responses, and respond appropriately. Additionally, the training covers empathetic listening, assessing needs, ethical intervention, and linking individuals to further support. Therefore, participants gain the knowledge and skills needed to help people experiencing psychological distress safely and effectively.
Furthermore, the course explores core modules, including the foundations of psychological first aid, action frameworks, support for children and young people, digital and online PFA, and self-care strategies for providers. Each module provides structured guidance and clear strategies for managing crisis situations safely and responsibly.
Start your journey today with our Psychological First Aid Training UK and confidently support those in need. Enrol now for instant access to our psychological first aid online training, backed by round-the-clock expert guidance and a 14-day satisfaction guarantee for peace of mind.
Course in action
Course Curriculum
7 sections • 52 lectures • 5m total
- Section Overview of Foundations of Psychological First-Aid0m
- The Essence of Psychological First-Aid in Crisis Contexts0m
- Understanding the Scope and Limits of Psychological First-Aid in Crisis Support0m
- Why Psychological First-Aid Exists: Global Origins and Humanitarian Roots0m
- How Crisis and Trauma Affect the Human Nervous System0m
- Stress Responses Before, During, and After Crisis0m
- Eustress, Distress, and the Window of Tolerance0m
- Common Human Reactions to Traumatic Events0m
- Core Goals of Psychological First-Aid0m
- Section Highlights of Foundations of Psychological First-Aid0m
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer a wide range of online courses designed to support professional development across multiple industries, including business, health and social care, health and safety, education, and personal development. All our courses are CPD Accredited, flexible, and fully online.