Mental Health First Aid Course - JERRAMUNGUP - 3rd & 4th Feb 2027
Description
The Standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course is an evidence-based training program designed to equip adults with the knowledge and practical skills to support other adults experiencing mental health problems, crises, or distress. Developed by Mental Health First Aid Australia, the course teaches participants how to recognise common mental health conditions, provide initial help using the MHFA Action Plan, and guide a person towards appropriate professional support. Delivered by accredited instructors, this interactive course promotes understanding, reduces stigma, and helps build mentally healthy communities.
Participants learn how to apply mental health first aid to adults across a range of situations, including:
Depression
Anxiety
Psychosis
Substance use problems
Suicidal thoughts and behaviours
Panic attacks
Non-suicidal self-injury
Traumatic events
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
Recognise the signs and symptoms of mental health problems in adults
Use an evidence-based action plan to initiate a mental health first aid conversation
Know the barriers to help-seeking and how to overcome these
Assess for a range of crisis situations and provide initial support
Understand the prevalence and impact of mental illnesses, risk factors and treatments and supports available
Apply self-care practices as a Mental Health First Aider
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