What you’ll learn in Online Mental Health First Aid Course

In our Online Mental Health First Aid Course, you’ll learn about the common mental illnesses, along with their signs and symptoms. You’ll also learn about how to have a safe conversation with someone you’re worried about.

Dealing with a mental health crisis is also covered. You’ll leave the course feeling confident regarding mental health and mental illness.

Choosing to study the online Mental Health First Aid course is a great choice!

It’s flexible, can fit in around your busy schedule, and you can join the course from anywhere in Australia.

Here’s a little bit more about the program.

What you’ll learn in the online Mental Health First Aid Course:

• An overview of mental health, and Mental Health First Aid
• Common myths and misunderstandings about mental illness
• The common signs and symptoms of a mental health issue
• How to approach someone about their mental health
• How to assess the severity of the situation
• What to do in a mental health crisis situation
• Practical skills to intervene in real-world mental health situations
• How to encourage someone to get professional help
• A range of options and places to access professional help

Mental Health Issues covered:

• Depression
• Anxiety problems
• Psychosis
• Substance use problems

Mental health crises covered:

• Suicidal thoughts and behaviours
• Non-suicidal self-injury (self-harm)
• Panic attacks
• Traumatic events
• Severe psychotic states
• Severe effects of alcohol or other drug use
• Aggressive behaviours.

Options to consider other than our online Mental Health First Aid course:

If you’d prefer to study with us face to face, that’s also possible – click here.

If you’ve already done your initial training, consider doing a refresher course instead

Working with young people? The Youth Mental Health First Aid course might suit you.