Big Dog Little Dog (BDLD) Reviews 216

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I feel really lucky to have completed my Youth Mental Health First Aid training with BDLD! With content and information that is so important, I felt safe knowing that I was learning from the experts.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A real eye opener to recognising potential signs in young people that will need support. The training was serious but at the same time welcoming and the trainers made it fun so that the informati... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We did a two day MHFA course with the Big Dog (Kev) and he was great. Mental health is a challenging subject and can be quite heavy going at times, but Kev was able to impose the sense of gravitas th... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The training was great, despite already working within mental health there was still so much I was able to learn and take away from the 2 day course. Not once did I feel under stimulated or bored. Ke... See more

Company details

  1. Educational Institution
  2. Mental Health Service
  3. Training Centre

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At a time when mental health trainers/ consultants seem to be everywhere, it can be difficult to find ones that truly stand out - and that's what makes BDLD different. We are a two-man social enterprise that brings not just the knowledge and skills, but also a dynamic, thought provoking and, dare we say it, fun atmosphere to our delivery. Whether it's accredited programmes such as Mental Health First Aid, Government courses such as Enhanced Mental Health training or our own, bespoke, workshops, Big Dog Little Dog ensures that all learners return to work with the skills/knowledge needed to do things differently. Otherwise, why bother?


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kevin was very clear and patient with…

Kevin was very clear and patient with his delivery of the training.
He made sure we were all clear of each point before moving on.
Kevin also displayed empathy and ptofessionalism to those who became emotional in the training.

15 August 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant course delivered by an outstanding trainer

Kevin was a highly professional yet personable trainer, delivering the MHFA training with humour, sensitivity and sincerity. He included lots of practical examples to demonstrate how we could apply the skills to situations we might face. Cannot recommend highly enough!

9 August 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really great course

It was a great course - we all learnt a lot and it was really interactive! Kevin was a really good moderator and made sure everything ran smoothly.

9 August 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great content, great delivery

We did a two day MHFA course with the Big Dog (Kev) and he was great. Mental health is a challenging subject and can be quite heavy going at times, but Kev was able to impose the sense of gravitas that it deserves whilst keeping the mood relatively light. He clearly knows his stuff and the experience of BDLD really showed. Highly recommend these guys.

9 August 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our trainer was Fantastic

Our trainer was Fantastic! Really open and honesty and highly approachable. I have learnt alot, and the course has really opened my eyes. Thank you Kevin for making the 2 days so imfomative 😊

30 July 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow... incredible!

BDLD (Kev) delivered one of the most engaging and practical courses I've ever been on. For a two day MHFA training the content and delivery were spot on and I've walked away appreciative of the opportunity to be a participant of the session. Kev is an extremely approachable and engaging trainer and really made everyone feel comfortable and supported, especially given some of the intense topics that were discussed. I have walked away feeling prepared to apply my learnings and also confident that should I ever need further support that BDLD would be there for this. Thanks Kev, Chloe2

25 July 2019
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent 2 day MHFA course

Kevin from Big Dog Little Dog is an excellent trainer, putting lots of energy and feeling into delivering the MHFA course whilst providing lots of invaluable information. Great course, and great delivery. Highly recommended.

25 July 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great course

The course was great and I learnt a lot. Kevin was a great instructor, giving lots of examples and making the course very interesting. Thanks.

25 July 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a "must have" course to attend

This is a "must have" course to attend. Mental health awareness is growing every year and BDLD provide this in a really clear, professional effective manner. They're really experienced in the field and are totally clued up. I wouldn't recommend anything less than the 2 day course, there's a lot to cover off and would say that this is a starter to help you onto the next level.

25 July 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st class mental health first aid training

A fantastic and comprehensive mental health first aid course delivered by Kevin, somebody how has an incredible depth and breadth of knowledge on the subject. Cannot recommend highly enough. Become one of the 1 in 10.

25 July 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An incredibly valuable experience from…

An incredibly valuable experience from experienced, professional and knowledgeable instructors who were also a good laugh and fostered an open environment around sensitive subjects, putting the participants needs first.

24 July 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A course needed for everyone

I found this 2 day course super beneficial, and totally worthwhile. Kevin was very engaging and made everything easy to digest and understand through varied methods from videos to role plays. I learnt a lot of key information and was given a huge insight into mental health. Until you do this course, you don’t realise how in depth and diverse mental health can be, and the skills you come out with on how to help someone facing problems are invaluable. As a restaurant Manager, I feel a lot more confident in being able to support those that I work with if ever they are to experience any signs of poor mental health. Highly recommend this course and believe it should be as imperative in the workplace for employees as much as a first aid course is.

15 July 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bob and Kevin provided excellent…

Bob and Kevin provided excellent training today about Managing Stress. The training carried out was very informative. Their delivery of this subject was carried out in both a fun and interactive way.

It is very important that you recognise signs of stress in both yourself and your colleagues at work. Also, you need to talk to someone and let them know how you are feeling and not keep it to yourself.

I would highly recommend the training provided by Bob and Kevin.

Jean

3 July 2019
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

a dynamic duo for learning

The duo engaged us throughout and gave us practical ways to manage our stress. The Stress training was delivered with humour and allowed us to really talk about our stress culture at work.

3 July 2019
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Reccomended : Interactive & interesting

This is a 5* rating for the 2 day Mental Health first aider training provided by Big Dog Little Dog. Kevin was knowledgeable, engaging, sensitive and made the sessions interactive & interesting. The sessions helped to reduce stigma and see things from different people's perspectives. From this training I feel able to spot an employee suffering from a mental health issue and feel prepared to support them at work. I would highly recommend this course and trainer!

19 June 2019
Unprompted review

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