Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (YMHFA)

4 x Monday evenings (5:30pm - 9:00pm), commencing 14 October

Do you know how to react or support a young person who is struggling?

In a world where 2 in 5 young Australians face mental health challenges, learning Mental Health First Aid could offer the lifeline someone desperately needs.

Many adults working with or supporting young people lack the knowledge and confidence to recognise and respond effectively to youth mental health issues.

This training teaches people how to recognise signs of mental health problems, provide initial support, and guide people towards appropriate professional help.

Heal.ed Tribe's Youth Mental Health First Aid provides participants the skills and knowledge that could save a life, just like completing a Physical First Aid course.

Qualifications

On successful completion of this course, you will receive Mental Health First Aid certification, which is accredited by Mental Health Australia and valid for 3 years.

What you will learn

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) courses, offered by Heal.ed Tribe, provide evidence-based training to equip individuals with skills to recognise and respond to mental health challenges.

The YHMFA course consists of 14 hours of mandatory content.

Modules covered include: Adolescent Development, Communication with Young People, Australian Mental Health Data, Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Eating Disorders, Substance Misuse Disorders, Suicide Prevention, Responses to Trauma, Psychosis, Aggressive Behaviour and Deliberate Self Injury.

Heal.ed Tribe’s YMHFA training is co-facilitated by Mental Health First Aid Australia accredited trainers, including practitioners working in the mental health space and young people with their own lived experience of mental illness. This provides a unique, relatable perspective that transforms theoretical knowledge into practical, life-saving skills.

Who is this training for?

This course YMHFA is specifically tailored for adults supporting young people aged 12-18, but is valuable for anyone who wants to be better equipped to support others' mental health.
It's particularly beneficial for teachers, parents, carers, managers, healthcare workers, sports coaches and community leaders.

You do not need any prior knowledge or experience in mental health.

What's included?

A printed course manual, tea and coffee.

What do I need to bring?

Please wear comfortable clothing, bring along a notepad and pens, food and water.

How long does it take to complete the course?

This course consists of 14 hours of mandatory content.

You will attend in person every Monday night for a period of 4-weeks:
Monday 14 October 2024, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Monday 21 October 2024, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Monday 28 October 2024, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Monday 4 November 2024, 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Can I bring a friend?

Yes. Each attendee must register and pay their course fees separately to ensure that you receive the course materials and accreditation.

Early Bird Discount

Use code: EARLYBIRDOCT24

Do you have other courses available?

Yes! Heal.ed Tribe also offers Standard Mental Health First Aid training and private courses. Visit Heal.ed Tribe website for more details or get in touch with us at megan@healedtribe.org.au to discuss booking a training for your workplace or school.

Who is Heal.ed Tribe?

Heal.ed Tribe is a Gold Coast based not-for-profit with a mission is to connect, educate, and nurture vulnerable young people aged 12-18 on their mental health journey.

Our Heal.ed Tribe Hub based on the Gold Coast is a dedicated space where young people can drop in to access a dynamic range of workshops, study spaces, desk hot spotting, youth mentoring, and wellbeing programs.

By donating to, fundraising for, or participating in Heal.ed Tribe's Mental Health First Aid Courses, you're investing in the mental wellbeing of an entire generation.

Your support enables Heal.ed Tribe to continue offering life-changing services free of charge, ensuring that every young person, regardless of their circumstances, has access to the support they need.

Join us in building a future where young people feel seen, heard, and empowered to thrive.