Standard Mental Health First Aid Course
Sometimes, we can feel out of our depth and not confident that we have the skills to provide initial support to someone who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis.
We are trained and are Licensed by Mental Health First Aid Australia to teach this practical course so you can feel confident.
The Standard Mental Health First Aid course, authored by Mental Health First Aid Australia, will teach you how to provide initial support to other adults who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence-based Action Plan. This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals.
Your course accreditation is valid for 3 years, so just like First Aid accreditation, you can let everyone know you're officially accredited as a Mental Health First Aider. And, you'll have the tools to feel more confident to help.
Mental health problems covered
- Depression
- Anxiety problems
- Psychosis
- Substance use problems
Mental health crises covered
- Suicidal thoughts and behaviours
- Non-suicidal self-injury
- Panic attacks
- Traumatic events
- Severe psychotic states
- Severe effects from alcohol or other drug use
- Aggressive behaviours.
Why attend an MHFA course
Evaluations consistently show that MHFA training is associated with improved
- knowledge of mental illnesses,
- treatments and appropriate first aid strategies,
- confidence in providing first aid to individuals with mental illness.
It is also associated with decreased stigma and an increase in help provided.
Who can attend this course
Any adult, over 18, can attend. This course is not a therapy or support group. This course is endorsed for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Points for a number of professions, including nurses, pharmacists, fitness instructors, social workers, physiotherapists and others.
Become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider
Demonstrate your mental health first aid skills by becoming an Accredited Mental Health First Aider. Complete an online assessment within 30 days after the course to become accredited. Mental Health First Aid Australia will provide an ecertificate on successful completion. National Certification by Mental Health First Aid Australia is valid for three years, after which individuals must complete a refresher course to maintain certification.