The program outcomes include:

Improved knowledge of mental illnesses and treatments.
Knowledge of appropriate first aid strategies, and confidence in providing first aid to individuals with mental illness.
Standard MHFA Manual to keep, a Certificate of Completion and eligibility to become accredited as a Mental Health First Aider.

The online course consists of two components:

Component 1: Self-paced interactive eLearning (5-7 hours)
The eLearning course component presents an overview of mental health problems and mental health crises. This component is a pre-requisite for Component 2 – video-conference sessions.

Component 2: Instructor-led video conferencing (2 x 2.5 hour sessions)
This component follows the completion of component 1 – eLearning. Course Component 2 provides course participants with an opportunity to revise content covered in the self-paced eLearning program and to consolidate the application of this content with the development of practical skills in a group environment online.

Price: $330 inc. GST for full course