Blended Youth Mental Health First Aid Online Course

Practical skills to support young people with confidence

About the course

The Blended Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course builds the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support adolescents who may be experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis.

Participants learn how to recognise warning signs, start supportive conversations, and respond using a practical, evidence-based Action Plan, until appropriate professional help is in place or the situation stabilises.

The course is grounded in national MHFA guidelines, developed through expert consensus involving people with lived experience and mental health professionals.

Mental health challenges covered

Depression
Anxiety
Eating disorders
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 of alcohol or other drug use
Aggressive behaviours

How the blended course works

This blended format combines flexible self-paced learning with live, instructor-led sessions.

Component 1: Self-paced eLearning

Approximately 4 hours
10 interactive modules
Completed online before the live sessions
Includes an eLearning completion certificate

Component 2: Live instructor-led sessions

Three interactive online sessions (2.5 hours each)
Delivered via Zoom by an accredited Youth MHFA Instructor
Focuses on discussion, real-world scenarios, and skills practice

Who this course is suited to

Parents and carers
School staff and educators
Youth workers and community professionals
Adults who support or work with young people

No previous mental health training is required.

Accreditation

After completing both components, participants may complete an online assessment to receive Youth Mental Health First Aid Accreditation, recognised nationally.

Course preparation and access

Upon registration, participants receive:
- An eLearning voucher code
- A manual coupon
Zoom details for the live sessions are sent after completion of the eLearning component

Investment

Course fee: $330
MHFA Learner Access Pass: $22 (incl. GST)
(Required for all participants)

Date and time

1 October 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm (AEST)
Delivery: Online (live via Zoom)

Enrolment and enquiries

For individual or group bookings, please contact
info@trainingonthego.com.au or visit www.trainingonthego.com.au

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