Sunderland Health Champions
What is a Health Champion?
A Health Champion is someone who:
- Cares about their community
- Shares trusted health messages
- Supports friends, family, and neighbours to live healthier lives
You do not need any previous experience. We provide free training and resources to help you feel confident in your role.
Why become a Health Champion?
By joining, you can:
- Learn new skills and gain knowledge about health and wellbeing
- Meet new people and be part of a supportive network
- Make a real difference to the health of Sunderland communities
What support will you get?
- Free training sessions
- Regular updates on health topics
- Access to resources and local events
- Ongoing support from the Links for Life team
How to get involved
If you would like to become a Health Champion:
- Or email us at HealthChampions@sunderland.gov.uk
- We will contact you with details about the next training session
To become an official Health Champion, we ask that you complete the following core modules:
- Alcohol Brief Intervention
- Smoking Brief Intervention
- Understanding Health Improvement
Once you have completed these three core modules, you will receive a certificate and be entered into our quarterly prize draw for a £20 gift voucher. If you attend our annual Celebration event in March, you will be presented with a pin badge and entered into additional prize draws.
Click here to view training courses – https://www.linksforlifesunderland.co.uk/organisations/no-tag/
Together, we can build a healthier Sunderland.
Local services
Health Champions – Domestic Abuse Awareness TrainingJoin this free workshop to find out more about domestic abuse and how you can support someone effectively. Family, friends, colleagues, and neighbours are often the first to know that abuse is happening, but it can be difficult to know what to say. Find out more click hereSave Health Champions – Domestic Abuse Awareness Training to favourites
Health Champions Alcohol Brief Intervention TrainingBrief intervention training is a method of discussing how someone can reduce alcohol intake in a positive, non-confrontational way and how their health could benefit from making changes. To find out moreSave Health Champions Alcohol Brief Intervention Training to favourites
Health Champions – Substance Misuse Awareness trainingSubstance misuse is a complex issue affecting individuals, families and communities. There are high levels of ill-health relating to substance misuse which create an excessive burden on healthcare, social care, the criminal justice system and communities. Find out more click hereSave Health Champions – Substance Misuse Awareness training to favourites
Level 1 – Sexual Health AwarenessSexual health plays a vital role in our overall well-being, relationships, and communities. This course offers a respectful, inclusive approach to understanding sexual health, supporting safe, positive experiences for all. Find out more click here Save Level 1 – Sexual Health Awareness to favourites
Health Champions – Gambling Brief Intervention TrainingBrief interventions are short, empathetic and structured conversations that seek in a non-confrontational way to motivate and support people to think about and/or plan a change in their gambling behaviour. Find out more click hereSave Health Champions – Gambling Brief Intervention Training to favourites
Health Champions – Talking Money and Wellbeing TrainingMaking Every Contact Count (MECC) is an approach to behaviour change that utilises the millions of day-to-day interactions that organisations and individuals have with other people to support them in making positive changes to their physical and mental health and wellbeing. To book a place please click hereSave Health Champions – Talking Money and Wellbeing Training to favourites
Health Champions – Understanding Health Improvement TrainingThe aim of this qualification is to provide candidates with a knowledge and understanding of the principles of promoting health and wellbeing and of how successful candidates can direct individuals towards further practical support in their efforts to attain a healthier lifestyle. To book a place please click hereSave Health Champions – Understanding Health Improvement Training to favourites
Health Champions – Physical Activity TrainingThere are numerous physiological and psychological benefits of physical activity. Exercise strengthens the bones, muscles and joints; improves the function of the lung and heart; helps maintain a healthy weight; and lowers blood pressure. Please contact HealthChampions@sunderland.gov.uk for the latest training dates. Find out more click hereSave Health Champions – Physical Activity Training to favourites
Health Champions – Core MECC TrainingMaking Every Contact Count (MECC) is an approach to behaviour change that utilises the millions of day-to-day interactions that organisations and individuals have with other people to support them in making positive changes to their physical and mental health and wellbeing. Find out more click hereSave Health Champions – Core MECC Training to favourites
Healthy Eating Awareness TrainingWhatever your age, eating a healthy, balanced diet is an important part of maintaining good health and wellbeing. This means eating a wide variety of foods in the right proportions and consuming the right amount of food and drink to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight. Find out more click hereSave Healthy Eating Awareness Training to favourites
Health Champions – Smoking Brief Intervention TrainingThe training is intended to provide the minimum level of knowledge and skill needed to confidently and effectively identify risk and provide brief advice to people who smoke and signpost to local services. To find out more please click hereSave Health Champions – Smoking Brief Intervention Training to favourites