Standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Course

The two-day Standard Mental Health First Aid course is a transformative experience. It guides participants through the intricacies of providing initial support to adults facing mental health challenges.

From mastering signs and symptoms to deploying a practical action plan, participants will learn the art of approaching individuals with concerns and fostering a supportive environment.

Participants gain the knowledge, confidence and skills to offer crucial support and information precisely when needed, contributing to a community that prioritises and champions mental well-being.

Main topics covered during the course include:

• Recognise Mental Health Indicators: Develop a keen ability to identify subtle signs and symptoms associated with various mental health problems in adults.
• Initiate Empathetic Conversations: Acquire the skills to initiate compassionate and evidence-based mental health first aid conversations, fostering a supportive environment.
• Overcome Barriers to Help-Seeking: Explore effective strategies to overcome common barriers to help-seeking, ensuring a more accessible and understanding support system.
• Provide Initial Support in Crisis Situations: Gain proficiency in assessing and delivering essential initial support in diverse crisis situations related to mental health concerns.
• Comprehensive Understanding of Mental Illness: Deepen understanding of the prevalence and impact of mental illnesses, including insights into associated risk factors, available treatments, and support options.
• Implement Self-Care Practices: Incorporate practical self-care practices to enhance personal well-being while serving as a responsible and effective Mental Health First Aider.

This course is suited for:

• Supervisors and Managers: Learn how to have safe conversations with the workforce
• Human Resource and Safety Professionals: Learn how to have safe conversations with the workforce and implement strategies if required.
• Workers: Allows the team to access a trained Mental Health First Aider that they can talk to in confidence about their mental health concerns.