• Recognize signs of emotional distress and identify behaviours linked to industry-specific stressors and triggers.
• Promote open communication and respond compassionately to mental health challenges.
• Support wellbeing onboard through practical strategies and access to professional resources.
  The training addresses the unique conditions experienced by yacht crew and shore-based personnel, creating a supportive setting where participants can explore personal concerns and develop effective strategies for managing mental health.

The course is open to all levels of yacht crew and shore-based personnel, including:

• Crew management professionals.
•  Recruitment and HR teams.
•  Charter brokers and yacht managers.
•  Private residence managers and staff.
  It provides foundational training and is a stepping stone toward advanced mental health courses, such as Mental Health First Aid.

• Promote Mental Health Awareness
  – Understand the importance of emotional wellbeing in maintaining professionalism and safety onboard.
• Enhance Recognition Skills
  – Identify behaviours linked to anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts.
  –  Learn to manage stressors and triggers effectively.
• Encourage Open Communication
  – Break the stigma around mental health using supportive language and strategies.
  – Provide access to professional resources when required.
• Address Onboard Challenges
  – Explore the psychological stressors unique to the yachting environment.
  – Equip participants to handle mental health challenges with empathy and compassion.

•  Industry-Relevant Design: Developed collaboratively by mental health professionals and yachting experts.
• Accreditation: Recognized by IAMI as part of the GUEST program (Unit 44).
•  Tailored Support: Targets both onboard and shore-based challenges to provide long-term solutions for mental health within the yachting industry.
  
• Safe Learning Environment: Encourages participants to explore personal triggers and areas of concern in a supportive setting.

The IAMI GUEST Mental Health and Wellbeing Course offers a unique opportunity for yacht crews and industry professionals to acquire essential skills for recognizing and responding to signs of psychological distress.

• The program provides practical strategies for managing emotional well-being in high-pressure environments, while fostering a culture of support and open communication.
• By investing in this course, participants strengthen their ability to work safely, effectively and compassionately, while contributing to a more resilient, professional and safety-oriented yachting community.

This training is a crucial step in promoting an environment that values mental health and emotional well-being, supporting a sustainable and supportive industry.