Mental Health First Aid Course
You will learn how to assist an adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence-based action plan.
This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals.
THIS IS A NON-USI BASED COURSE
What the course covers
the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in adults
how to provide initial help
where and how to get professional help
what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective
how to provide first aid in a crisis situation
DEVELOPING MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS COVERED
DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY
PSYCHOSIS
SUBSTANCE USE PROBLEMS
MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS SITUATIONS COVERED
SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIOURS
NON-SUICIDAL SELF-INJURY (DELIBERATE SELF-HARM)
PANIC ATTACKS
TRAUMATIC EVENTS
SEVERE EFFECTS OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE
SEVERE PSYCHOTIC STATES
AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOURS
Course Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. Students must be at least 18 years of age at the time of attendance.
Clothing: We suggest that you wear comfortable casual clothing. Pants and flat shoes are recommended.
Course Format
This is a single day Mental Health First Aid Course
Cost of Training from $180
Group discounts are available, please contact Bruce on 0497 875 783 for more information.
Provide First Aid Gold Coast provides discounted training for groups of 8-20 students at your office or workplace.
Our trainers have 10 years of industry experience and guarantee a professional learning experience. State-of-the art resources and learning material are provided for theory and practical learning and all students must pass the course prior to receiving certification.
Contact Bruce on 0497 875 783 to book in your group training.
MHFA COURSE
ACCREDITATION
Demonstrate your mental health first aid skills by becoming an Accredited Mental Health First Aider. This certificate is valid for 3 years.
Once enrolled, Provide First Aid Gold Coast will email students a MHFA course booking confirmation with venue details, maps, course requirements and terms of enrolment.