MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC

What MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC does

MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC is a Scottish Community Interest Company (Company No. SC440192, ICO registration ZA187968) that delivers workplace mental health training to organisations across the UK and Ireland. Founded by Catherine Eadie in 2013 and trading since 2014, the company is positioned as Scotland's first social enterprise devoted to early mental health intervention in the workplace, with profits reinvested into community support rather than distributed to shareholders. The organisation operates as a remote team of approximately five people with a postal address at 5 South Charlotte Street, Edinburgh.

The core product portfolio centres on accredited Mental Health First Aid qualifications delivered through First Aid Awards (FAA): the SCQF Level 5 / RQF Level 2 First Aid for Mental Health (£150+VAT per person for groups of 1-6; £1,000+VAT flat for groups of 7-12; £175+VAT 1-to-1) and the SCQF Level 4 / RQF Level 1 Awareness course (£125+VAT per person for 1-6; £800+VAT for 7-12). Course delivery runs on a Heights Platform-based Learning Management System with live sessions over Microsoft Teams or Zoom and optional on-site delivery at client premises (with a £200+VAT travel supplement). The curriculum is differentiated by a "social model of mental health" framing, the proprietary C.A.R.E. Framework, a Mental Health Continuum Model, and a free downloadable Mental Health First Aid Companion PDF. Supporting offerings include a £99 self-paced Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace course with lifetime access, a free interactive Self-Assessment Tool, and specialist programmes covering ACEs awareness, Financial Wellbeing (in partnership with Finwell), Caring for the Carers, and team building (Thrive and Connect with Venturing Out CIC).

MHScot monetises through per-person and per-group course fees, optional paid add-on workshops (£200+VAT per group), on-site delivery supplements, and an 8% affiliate referral commission. Go-to-market combines direct B2B sales (contact form, email consultations, group bookings), self-serve online learning, quarterly Network Events, and community-led retention via a lifetime WhatsApp peer-group and drop-in session ecosystem supporting 7,000+ learners. The customer base of 340+ organisations includes NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Standard Life, Nucleus Financial, University of Edinburgh, Phoenix Group, Amazon Development Centre Scotland, Apex Hotels, Edinburgh International Festival, Skills Development Scotland, and various charities and SMEs, spanning financial services, public sector, higher education, hospitality, healthcare, and technology verticals.

Name

MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC

Legal name

MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC

Website

https://mentalhealthscot.land

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC is a Scottish social enterprise delivering accredited Mental Health First Aid training and workplace wellbeing programmes to 340+ organisations across the UK and Ireland via live online, on-site, and self-paced formats.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Workplace Mental Health Training

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAAAHAK

Mental Wellness & Resilience Education (Non-clinical)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Health, Wellness & Lifestyle Education (Nutrition, Fitness, Mindfulness)

SECONDARYEDABAIAG

Workplace Culture, Engagement & Wellbeing Training

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/HR, Talent, DEI & People Operations Training

Keywords

• Workplace mental health training
• Mental health first aid
• Wellbeing training services
• Accredited health qualifications
• Workplace wellbeing education

Headquarters

HQ city

Edinburgh

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Accredited Training Courses: Regulated qualifications in First Aid for Mental Health delivered online via Teams or on-site at client premises. Revenue generated from per-person fees and group bookings. SCQF Level 5 (RQF Level 2) qualification and SCQF Level 4 (RQF Level 1) awareness courses.
2. Self-Paced Online Courses: Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace course sold as one-off purchase (£99) with lifetime access. Certificate of completion provided.
3. Follow-Up Workshops: Optional 1-hour 'From Passive to Proactive' workshop add-on for teams (£200 + VAT per group of 5-12 people). Scheduled approximately 4 weeks after initial qualification.
4. Affiliate/Referral Revenue: Referral program pays 8% commission to affiliates who drive course sales, creating a revenue-sharing channel for customer acquisition.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC delivers accredited workplace mental health training and education through online, on-site, and blended formats. Core offerings are FAA-regulated qualifications (First Aid for Mental Health SCQF Level 5/RQF Level 2 and Awareness SCQF Level 4/RQF Level 1), a self-paced Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing course, and specialist programmes (Thrive and Connect, ACES, Financial Wellbeing, Caring for the Carers) supported by a community platform and lifetime learner access.

Product overview

MHScot Workplace Wellbeing CIC is a Scottish social enterprise delivering workplace mental health training through a unified learning platform. The product portfolio centres on accredited qualifications (SCQF/RQF Levels 1 and 2 via First Aid Awards) and self-paced courses, supported by a Learning Management System built on Heights Platform. Core offerings include the Awareness qualification (Level 1), the full First Aid for Mental Health qualification (Level 2), and a comprehensive bundle combining both with exclusive resources. Supporting products include a free Mental Health First Aid Companion PDF, a Self-Assessment Tool for prospective first aiders, a free introductory module, and various specialist programmes (Team Building via Thrive and Connect, ACES Training, Caring for the Carers, Financial Wellbeing with FinWell). The ecosystem is augmented by a community platform with WhatsApp peer groups, quarterly Network Events, a podcast (Inside Out), and a Refer & Earn affiliate programme. All courses are delivered via Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and/or on-site, with payments processed through Stripe.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Inside Out: Mental Health at Work and in Life: MHScot's podcast focused on mental health at work and in life

Products and services

• Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health (SCQF Level 4 / RQF Level 1) Short accredited awareness course (SCQF Level 4 / RQF Level 1) introducing the social model of mental health and equipping participants with communication skills to support colleagues without full First Aider qualification. Delivered online via Teams or on-site, for groups or individuals.
• First Aid for Mental Health (SCQF Level 5 / RQF Level 2) Accredited workplace qualification (SCQF Level 5 / RQF Level 2) developing practical skills to identify mental distress early, offer effective support, and promote positive mental wellbeing. Valid across the UK and Ireland, delivered online via Teams, on-site, or 1-to-1.
• Award in First Aid for Mental Health Bundle Bundled offering including the Level 2 First Aid for Mental Health qualification, exclusive resource library, and membership in the online learning community. Contains 143 lessons across 5 integrated products.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace (Self-Paced) Self-paced practical course with 102 lessons on workplace mental health, evidence-based approaches, certificate of completion, community access, and resource library. Sold as a £99 one-off lifetime access purchase.
• Mental Health First Aider Qualification (On-Site) One-day on-site course delivered at client premises across the UK (including Edinburgh and Glasgow), with the same comprehensive syllabus as the online version and group assessment. Subject to a £200 + VAT travel/venue supplement.
• Thrive and Connect (Team Building Programme) Team building programme delivered in partnership with Venturing Out CIC, combining outdoor physical activities with mental health webinars and LMS education for a balanced wellbeing experience.
• Caring for the Carers Specialised training programme focusing on mental health support for carers in workplace settings, originally developed for animal welfare research settings and adapted to broader carer audiences.
• ACES Training (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Workplace training focused on ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) awareness, helping organisations understand and respond to the impact of adverse childhood experiences on employees.
• Financial Wellbeing Training Workplace financial wellbeing training delivered in partnership with FinWell Champions, offering stigma-free practical sessions addressing money stress and financial confidence and their link to mental health.
• From Passive to Proactive Follow-Up Workshop Optional 1-hour follow-up workshop ('From Passive to Proactive') priced at £200 + VAT per group of 5-12 people, scheduled approximately 4 weeks after the initial qualification course to embed learning.

Quantifiable outcome

• 340+ organisations trusted across UK and Ireland
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Venturing Out CICcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership delivering holistic workplace wellbeing combining Venturing Out's physical activities with MHScot's mental health webinars, LMS education, and community platform. Creates balanced experience promoting both physical and mental health.
• VisionarycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMembership organisation for local sight loss charities. Visionary members receive exclusive 10% discount on all MHScot Mental Health First Aid courses. Partnership aims to make mental health education accessible to wider audience including people with visual impairments.
• FinwellcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinancial wellbeing partnership combining Finwell's financial education expertise with MHScot's mental health training. Addresses the link between financial stress and mental health. Delivers practical, stigma-free financial wellbeing workshops for workplaces.
• The Mindful EnterpriseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership integrating mindfulness practices with mental health education. The Mindful Enterprise delivers mindfulness experiences that enhance emotional balance and mental clarity, creating compassionate and thriving workplace cultures.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Headspace for Work: The B2B arm of Headspace providing mindfulness, meditation, and mental wellbeing content subscriptions to employers globally. Competes for workplace wellbeing budgets with a strong consumer brand and employer sales infrastructure.
• Unmind: B2B mental health platform offering evidence-based training, content, and measurement tools to large employers. Competes for the same enterprise HR/wellbeing buyer with a digital-first delivery model, often used alongside or in place of instructor-led MHFA.
• Thrive Global: Corporate wellbeing platform founded by Arianna Huffington delivering micro-learning, live sessions, and behaviour-change content to employers. Targets the same enterprise wellbeing buyer with a digital, content-led model rather than regulated qualifications.
• Calm Business: B2B subscription arm of the Calm meditation app providing mental wellness content, live sessions, and analytics to enterprise HR teams. Directly competes for the same UK and international corporate wellbeing wallet as MHScot with a digital delivery model.
• Mental Health First Aid England: The most recognised provider of Mental Health First Aid training in England, delivering the same FAA-regulated qualifications (Instructor and Awareness) that MHScot offers. Directly competes for the same UK employer customers with broader national brand recognition.

Broad incumbents

• Mind (the mental health charity): UK's largest mental health charity with a dedicated workplace wellbeing division offering training, consultancy, and resources to employers. Comparable in mission and target buyer (UK HR/wellbeing leads) but operates at a much larger scale with a broader portfolio.
• British Red Cross: Delivers mental health and first-aid training to UK employers as part of a broad humanitarian and training portfolio. Comparable customer segment (corporates and public sector) with stronger national brand but less specialisation in workplace mental health.
• St John Ambulance: National first-aid training organisation that also delivers Mental Health First Aid courses alongside its core physical first-aid programmes. Competes for employer training budgets with a recognised heritage brand and wider first-aid portfolio.
• Skillsoft / Cornerstone OnDemand: Large corporate learning and talent development platforms offering broad catalogues including wellbeing and mental health content to global enterprises. Represents the 'all-in-one LMS' threat as buyers consolidate training spend onto single platforms.

Emerging players

• The Mindful Enterprise: UK-based mindfulness training provider partnering with organisations to deliver workplace mindfulness and wellbeing programmes. Smaller and more niche than MHScot but overlaps on the mindfulness/emotional balance segment of workplace wellbeing.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mhscot-workplace-wellbeing-cic

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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