Our courses
Both courses teach people how to notice when someone is developing a mental health problem or is in crisis, how to start a supportive conversation, and how to help until professional help is in place. They are evidence based, practical, and taught by licensed instructors.
Standard mental health first aid
For adults helping other adults, at work, on site or in the community.
Mental health problems covered
Depression, anxiety, psychosis and substance use problems.
Crisis situations covered
Suicidal thoughts and behaviours, self-harm, panic attacks, traumatic events, severe effects of drug or alcohol use, severe psychotic states and aggressive behaviour.
Format
Face to face over 2 days.
Youth mental health first aid
For adults who work with or care for young people aged 12 to 18, such as teachers, youth workers, coaches and parents.
Mental health problems covered
Depression, anxiety, psychosis and substance use problems, plus how to tell normal teenage ups and downs apart from an emerging problem.
Crisis situations covered
Suicidal thoughts and behaviours, self-harm, panic attacks, and other situations where a young person may be at risk of harm.
Also covers
The rights of minors when it comes to getting help, and self-care for the helper.
Format
Face to face over 2 days, or blended, with 5 to 7 hours of online learning in your own time then 1 day face to face.
After the course
Participants can complete a short assessment to become an accredited mental health first aider, valid for 3 years.
Group sizes
6 to 24 people per course.
Ready to book your group?
Pick a date, tell us how many people, and a $500 refundable deposit locks it in.