Standard Mental Health First Aid

Learn how to assist adults who are developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem or in a mental health crisis, until appropriate professional help is received, or the crisis resolves.

Many people feel uncomfortable and unprepared when thinking about starting a mental health conversation with someone they are concerned about. Understanding how to talk about mental health and having the confidence and knowledge to help someone in need are important skills that any person in the community can learn.

Mental Health in the workplace is a growing concern. This course will assist employers to create a workplace where mental health is identified as of key importance and where there are trained personnel available to staff to identify concerns and address issues before they escalate.

In completing this course attendees can become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider. Complete an online assessment after the course to become accredited.

SYNOPSIS
Approximately 20% of Australian adults experience a common mental illness each year. Completing a MHFA Course will help you to develop the skills to support a client, friend, family member, or co-worker.

Having mental health first aid skills means that you can assist someone developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis and make a real difference to your community and in your workplace.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
The 12-hour Standard Mental Health First Aid course is for any interested adult.

You will learn how to assist an adult 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.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Gain an understanding of mental health in Australia
Investigate the common mental health conditions in the community
Explore the crisis situations that can stem from common mental health conditions
Learn how to identify and assist an individual who is experiencing a deterioration in their mental health

Event Location:

Trevors Road,
Bargara,
Wide Bay 4670
QLD