REQ Mental Health First Aid Training - 2 Days

Limited capacity of 20 seats, please book in early.

Each year 1 in 5 Australian adults experience a common mental health challenge.

Being equipped with mental health first aid skills will enable you to support a friend, family member or co-worker, whether they are developing a mental health challenge or are in a mental health crisis.

You can make a real difference in a person’s life - or even save their life.

Topics covered include:

How to recognise developing mental health concerns, such as:

1. Anxiety disorders
2. Depression
3. Alcohol and drug concerns
4. Psychosis

How to assist during a mental health crisis, such as:

1. Panic attack
2. Traumatic event
3. Self harm, suicidal thoughts & behaviour
4. Aggressive behaviour
5. Severe effects from alcohol and drug use

The 12-hour Standard Mental Health First Aid course teaches any adult how
to provide initial support to someone who is experiencing a mental health
problem or crisis. This event is facilitated by HelpingMinds and runs across 2 Saturdays in August (7th and 14th).

Rotarians - $30 (requires the discount code)

Rotarian's Friends and Family - $35 (requires the discount code)

Non Members - $45

The ticket includes lunch for both Saturdays.