MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING & ACCREDITATIONS

Standard & Youth Editions Available

Standard Mental Health First Aid

 

Have you ever felt concerned about someone’s well-being but not known what to say or feared making things worse?

The Standard Mental Health First Aidâ„¢ course 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.

We cannot stop people from experiencing challenges, but we can ensure they are supported and never feel alone to do so

MHFA is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals.

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Youth Mental Health First Aid

 

Adolescence is a time of important change and development. It is also the time when mental health problems can first emerge.

During high school years, mental health problems are among the leading causes of falling grades, problems with friends, and relationships, substance use or abuse and they can have lifelong impact.

That’s where Mental Health First Aid training can help.

With a focus on improved mental health literacy and early intervention, Youth MHFA is for adults who work, live or care for adolescents such as teachers, school support staff, parents, sports coaches, community group leaders and youth workers.

Are You Going To Be Part Of The Solution?

Our Mental Health First Aid courses are delivered by licensed lived-experience facilitators, meaning these are not your average courses.

We ensure the content is relatable and relevant, using our personal and professional experience to help break down stigmas and myths about mental health.

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) and Standard Mental Health First Aid (SMHFA) are both designed to provide support and assistance to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. 

Standard Mental Health First Aid (SMHFA) is designed for a wide range of individuals and teaches skills useful in both professional and personal life. It is suitable for anyone who wants to increase their mental health literacy and develop practical skills to identify when someone may need support, and how to provide this support to others. It is designed to be used with other adults, recognising that mental health challenges can affect anyone. SMHFA equips individuals with the knowledge and tools to recognize signs of distress, provide initial support, respond to crisis and guide individuals towards appropriate professional help. SMHFA takes a broader view of the societal and environmental factors that can impact mental health, such as workplace stress, social determinants of health, and access to appropriate resources.

YMHFA is for adults who work, live or care for adolescents such as teachers, school support staff, parents, sports coaches, community group leaders and youth workers. Adolescence is a time of important change and development. It is also the time when mental health problems can first emerge, ad YMHFA specifically focuses on addressing mental health challenges in young people, typically between the ages of 12 and 18. It places a greater emphasis on issues that are prevalent among young people, such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, and substance abuse, and also addresses the impact of social media, bullying, peer pressure, and developmental transitions.

YMHFA equips adults with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to mental health issues commonly experienced by youth and recognizes the importance of considering the context in which youth mental health challenges occur, such as school environments, family dynamics, and peer relationships. It also provides guidance on how to collaborate with key stakeholders involved in a young person’s life, such as parents, teachers, and school counsellors.

Mental Health First Aid Teaches People How To:

INTERVENE EARLY

and learn the warning signs for mental illness

LEARN SKILLS

to speak openly and confidently about mental illness

RESPOND TO CRISIS

learn to recognise & respond to 6 different crises

REDUCE STIGMA

help break the stigma in society about mental illnesses

Learn More About The Courses We Offer

Inclusions

Available Australia-Wide

Face to Face

12 hour course delivered over two consecutive days with a Licenced Instructor

*Four and six-day options available for workplaces 

Blended

1. Complete 5-7 hours of self-paced eLearning 

2. Attend 2x 2.5 hour instructor-led sessions (online or face to face)

Mental Health First Aid Registration of Interest

As we schedule MHFA courses frequently and often in rural locations, we are now taking registrations to ensure both the public and workplaces have ample opportunity to get accredited. This helps us maximise our efficiency in each location. If you have any queries, please email us at info@mindspacetraining.com.au

Testimonials

Was very helpful and I wish I had done a course like this earlier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) and Standard Mental Health First Aid (SMHFA) are both designed to provide support and assistance to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. 

YMHFA specifically focuses on addressing mental health challenges in young people, typically between the ages of 12 and 18. It equips adults with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to mental health issues commonly experienced by youth, such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, and substance abuse. On the other hand, SMHFA is intended for conversations between adults and covers a wider range of mental health conditions and provides guidance on supporting individuals of all ages.

YMHFA places a greater emphasis on issues that are prevalent among young people, including the impact of social media, bullying, peer pressure, and developmental transitions. 

YMHFA recognizes the importance of considering the context in which youth mental health challenges occur, such as school environments, family dynamics, and peer relationships. It provides guidance on how to collaborate with key stakeholders involved in a young person’s life, such as parents, teachers, and school counselors. SMHFA takes a broader view of the societal and environmental factors that can impact mental health, such as workplace stress, social determinants of health, and access to appropriate resources.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and Resilience First Aid (RFA) are two distinct approaches that aim to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges, but they differ in their focus and goals.

  1. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an early-intervention program designed to teach people how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. It provides participants with the skills to offer initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. The primary focus of MHFA is to increase mental health literacy and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. It equips individuals with the knowledge to provide initial aid and direct individuals to appropriate professional help.

  2. Resilience First Aid on the other hand, focuses on building and promoting resilience as a means to prevent mental health issues and enhance overall well-being. It aims to equip individuals with skills and strategies to develop resilience, which is the ability to bounce back from adversity, cope with stress, and adapt to challenges. Resilience First Aid training includes teaching various techniques and practices to enhance their mental and emotional resilience, such as stress management, self-care, positive thinking, problem-solving, and social support.

TLDR: Mental Health First Aid focuses on recognizing and providing initial support to individuals already experiencing mental health challenges, whereas Resilience First Aid emphasizes proactive measures to build resilience and promote overall well-being to prevent mental health issues from happening. 

Absolutely, and we encourage it! If someone is trained in both RFA and MHFA, they have knowledge and competencies from the whole spectrum of mental health up until treatment.

Yes, MHFA can be used for Professional Development. A certificate of completion will be provided indicating the training hours earned upon completion upon request. Always ensure you check with your relevant accreditation body for the most up-to-date information.

Yes, you will receive a digital certificate at the completion of the post-course quiz. This can be printed for records (or even framing!). 

If we cancel a course for any reason, a full refund will be provided.

If you are unable to attend a workshop, you will have the option to convert to the next online course or move to a future course for a $50 transfer fee. Notice must be received at least seven business days before the first day of training. There are no refunds available for change of mind circumstances.

You may transfer your course attendance to another participant if you contact us at admin@mindspacetraining.com.au at least seven business days prior to the first workshop date, provided that you have not started with the online training material. You will be required to send back any training materials via registered post at your own expense.

We tailor all of our packages for businesses, and groups, so that we can provide our services with an individualised approach depending what your teams’ collective goals are.

For public courses, prices vary depending on catering and venue requirements.

Anyone can register for MHFA and there are no prerequisites required. People do MHFA for many reasons such as to better support loved ones, or help in their employment.  

Contact us if you have any queries about whether is is the right course for your needs.

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