Question 1

What does the First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Initial Teacher Training) Bill 2018 do?

Accepted Answer

Requires initial teacher training courses to include occupational first aid and mental health first aid training at a level prescribed by the Minister for Education and Skills. Prohibits schools from hiring teachers unless they provide evidence of completing required first aid and mental health training or approved refresher courses. Makes school Boards of Management responsible for ensuring no employed staff lack evidence of successfully completing the required training.

Question 2

What stage is the First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Initial Teacher Training) Bill 2018 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 28 Mar 2025, the First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Initial Teacher Training) Bill 2018 is at Committee Stage in 25th Seanad. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Initial Teacher Training) Bill 2018?

Accepted Answer

The First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Initial Teacher Training) Bill 2018 was sponsored by Robbie Gallagher, and was introduced on 2 May 2018.

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