Mental Health First Aid Refresher

Refresh your skills in spotting the signs of a mental health problem talking to someone about their mental health encouraging someone to get support

Refresher courses are 6 hour, online courses that allow people who have previously completed a Standard Community or Workplace Mental Health First Aid course, to refresh their knowledge and skills.

Overview

For people who are accredited Mental Health First Aiders, the refresher courses offer an opportunity to extend their accreditation for a further 3 years.

You’ll learn the most up to date practices in providing Mental Health First Aid, and receive an updated Mental Health First Aid manual.

The course gives participants an opportunity to refresh the knowledge and skills learnt during your initial training. It will help you…

Gain an understanding of the latest research in the mental health field
Learn the 3 key actions for helping someone feeling suicidal
Work through complex mental health first aid scenarios
Practice your Mental Health First Aid skills

Feel Confident

You will refresh your knowledge and skills to offer first aid for a mental health problem

Evidence Based

MHFA courses are evidence based and go through a process of continuous evaluation

Action Plan

Refresh the simple action plan to have a conversation with someone about their mental health

Global Community

Extend your accreditation for another 3 years

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Secure your place on one of our upcoming programs.

Mental Health skills are essential skill for everyone.

In this video, you’ll hear from a range of people about why they learnt Mental Health First Aid.

It’s our belief at The Mental Health Coach that having these skills is something everyone should have.

Understanding how to talk about mental health and help someone in need is an important skill. Many people feel uncomfortable and unprepared when thinking about starting a conversation with someone they are concerned about.

The course teaches you the skills to feel confident about what to do when you’re worried that someone may have a mental health problem.

Course Structure and Duration

The course is delivered over two, 3 hour video conferencing session.

We offer this course in one day, or split across two separate days.

There is no pre work required.

Pre-Requisites

You’ll need to have completed a Standard or Workplace Mental Health First Aid course, and be within your reaccreditation window. We can assist you in making sure you meet the pre-requisites.

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What our clients say about this course

I feel so comfortable now with providing mental health first aid to anyone in need.

Clare

Great course. Everyone should do it!

Liz

Nick knew his subject, dealt well with Zoom and facilitated the group really skilfully. He was considerate supportive and upbeat.

Gwen

This course has brought about a personal passion and has highlighted the importance for mental health first aid. I believe it should be a standard requirement for all workplaces.

Natarsha

I now feel confident to have conversations rather than just observe people’s behaviour.

Colin

It is important to do to not only improve your understanding of mental health, but to give you the confidence to act in a mental health emergency

Emily

Nick created a safe and engaging learning environment from the beginning, he was clear, articulate, relatable with a wealth of knowledge and a joy to listen to.

Natarsha

Upcoming Course Dates

16th and 19th November, 1-4pm Melbourne Time

2021 Dates

February 22 & 25, 9am – 12 Noon (Melbourne Time)

May 10 & 13, 1-4pm (Melbourne Time)

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Your Facilitator

We know that a great course is made even better by a fantastic facilitator!

Our Founder, Nick McEwan-Hall, facilitates our Mental Health First Aid courses for us. You may have seen Nick present at conferences, workshops and webinars.

If you have, you’ll know Nick is a great facilitator who knows how to bring learning to life. Nick is as passionate about good facilitation as he is about the content.

Participants in our courses rate Nick a 9.7 out of 10 for his facilitation skills. We’re sure you’ll find Nick creative, engaging, knowledgeable, caring and fun!

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