Mental Health First Aid in the Community Blended Overview
Course Code MHFA Blended Community
- Blended Delivery
- MHFA Australia Approved Trainers
- Part of becoming MHFAider
The Mental Health First Aid in the Community blended training course is delivered by Edway Training’s, who are approved by MHFA Australia.
- Suitable for individuals, volunteer and community-based groups.
- Qualified Trainers: Courses delivered by MHFA Australia approved trainers.
- Skills Development: Equips adults to recognise, understand, and respond to mental health issues in the community.
- Accreditation: Opportunity to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider) after completing a short assessment, valid for 3 years.
- Program Recognition: Recognised by Suicide Prevention Australia as a safe and effective suicide prevention program.
What will you receive
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive:
- Access to the MHFA assessment
Completion of the short assessment at the end of a course leads to accreditation as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider).
What will you learn
Mental Health First Aid in the Community training course covers common and disabling mental health problems and crisis situations.
Learning Outcomes:
- Recognise signs and symptoms of mental health problems in adults.
- Use an action plan to initiate mental health first aid conversations.
- Understand barriers to help-seeking and methods to overcome them.
- Assess and provide initial support in various crisis situations.
- Gain knowledge about the prevalence, impact, risk factors, and treatments for mental illnesses.
- Learn and apply self-care practices as a Mental Health First Aider.
Become a MHFAider
You can complete the short assessment at the end of a course to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider).
ZOOM
To attend a training session, you’ll require to have a device (laptop, desktop or tablet) that is compatible with Zoom.
To test if your device is compatible, visit zoom test page.
To check zoom’s technical requirements, refer to the Zoom Technical Requirements section of the terms and conditions page.
CLASS CANNOT BE COMPLETED if participant does not have access to Zoom
Online Module
The online modules usually takes approximately 5 to 7 hours to complete. You’ll need a device like a laptop, desktop, or tablet.
18+
According to the MHFA Australia requirements any adult (aged 18+) can attend.
Refer to Calendar
VISA and MASTERCARD cards are accepted for the online payments (0% surcharge fee).
*Terms & Conditions apply.
