Delivery: Face-to-face | Duration: Two days
This practical, accredited course will equip you with the skills and confidence to recognise the signs of common mental health problems and provide initial support to someone experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis.
You will learn how to approach conversations safely, respond effectively, and connect people with appropriate professional support.
Whether supporting a colleague, friend, family member, or member of the community, this course provides a practical framework for offering mental health first aid when it matters most.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Confidently start conversations about mental health.
- Recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems.
- Respond in a supportive, non-judgemental and practical way.
- Listen effectively and provide appropriate first aid support.
- Encourage professional help-seeking and other supports.
Who should attend?
All employees. This program is designed for anyone who would like to develop mental health first aid skills and gain confidence in supporting others experiencing mental health challenges.
Trainer: General Haslinger (Mental Health Training Australia)
Gerald is the Founder and Director of Mental Health Training Australia and has extensive experience delivering training programs across Australia, with a particular focus on health and mental health in workplaces and communities. A registered psychologist, Gerald's passion for building mental health awareness and capability has helped equip individuals and organisations with the skills and confidence to support positive mental health outcomes.
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