Mental Health Lead Training

Certify your mental health lead. Achieve DfE and Ofsted excellence

1500+ Leads Trained | Optional Open Awards Level 4 (Advanced Course) | 9/10 Average Content Rating

The comprehensive, DfE-aligned pathway for Designated Mental Health Leads.

Gain the practical confidence to lead compliant provision across your setting with the option to access an accredited Level 4 Qualification with our Advanced course.

Why AMHIE Training Stands Apart: A Strategic, Accredited Approach

As the Mental Health Lead role grows in complexity, generic training is no longer enough.

AMHIE provides a strategic learning experience, designed for immediate implementation and verified with high-level accreditation.

What makes AMHIE training stand out
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Introduction to the Mental Health Lead Role

£395+VAT (Foundational Understanding)

Ideal for new Leads or those establishing the role

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  • Course: Mental Health Lead Training (£395 + VAT)
  • Focus: Gain an understanding of the key requirements of the role. Suitable for Assistants.
  • Outcome: Equip your team to recognise early signs and react with crucial setting support.
  • Delivery: Online Self-Study
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Intermediate Mental Health Lead

£750+VAT (Embedding Provision)

Suitable for Leads with some experience ready to deepen implementation 

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  • Course: Mental Health Lead Training (£750 + VAT)
  • Focus: Learn to embed wellbeing across your setting and integrate mental health across curriculum and policies.
  • Outcome: Deeper understanding of planning and monitoring mental health provision.
  • Delivery: Online Self-Study
Advanced Designated Mental Health Lead

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Advanced Designated Mental Health Lead

£1300+VAT (Strategic Leadership)

Essential for experienced Leads driving whole-school improvement, with an option to complete a Level 4 Certificate in Mental Health Aware Leadership

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  • Course: Advanced Designated Mental Health Lead (£1,300 + VAT)
  • Focus: Understand the role and reflect on refinement and improvements to existing systems. This is the only course in the pathway that offers the optional Open Awards Level 4 Qualification.
  • Outcome: Optional Level 4 Qualification (upon portfolio submission). Drive improvements in attendance, attainment, and staff retention.
  • Delivery: Live Online via Teams (9-3 over 3 days) or Online Self-Study

Ensuring Strategic Support for Your Lead

The Designated Mental Health Lead cannot succeed alone. We offer targeted training to ensure the whole team is aligned and compliant:

Assistant Mental Health Lead

(£395 + VAT)

Prepare key support staff to effectively back the lead and understand the expectations for schools with this short one day training course.

Mental Health Lead CPD Sessions

(£245+VAT)

Half-day sessions focusing on turning theory into practice and creating a dynamic strategy unique to your setting. From Reporting to Community – we cover everything you need to embed your learning strategically.

Essential for ongoing DfE best practice expectations.

Designated Governor Courses 

(£195 + VAT)

Equip Governors with the knowledge to understand DfE expectations and effectively monitor your strategic approach in just half a day.

Train the whole team with our group rates - click here to enquire

Get up to 30% off of training

Discounts & Reductions:

Discounts are available for repeat schools or when a lead has left post.

AMHIE paying members can enjoy a 30% discount on all training bookings as a one of their many benefits.

Contact us today to discuss your training needs or to claim your discount for your training booking:

support@amhie.com or 02381 120010.