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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) equips you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to recognise and respond to someone experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis.
In this practical, evidence-based course developed by Mental Health First Aid Australia, you’ll learn how to offer initial support to an adult who may be developing a mental health issue, experiencing a decline in their mental health, or in a crisis situation. Using a clear, structured action plan, you’ll gain the confidence to start supportive conversations and guide someone towards appropriate professional help or services.
This nationally recognised training is offered in two delivery modes to suit different learning preferences. Participants can choose to attend the face-to-face course, delivered over two full days (6 hours per day), or the blended delivery, which includes 5–7 hours of self paced online learning followed by two facilitated virtual sessions of 2.5 hours each (available upon request).
Suitable for individuals, workplaces and community settings, this course focuses on real world skills you can use straight away.
Blended delivery is available on request. Please contact mhfa@cit.edu.au for more information.
This is a non-accredited short course.
Details
Cost
$380
Course no.
XA-HS10
Duration
2 days (6 hours per day)
Delivery mode
Face-to-face
Location
CIT Bruce
Dates
Multiple start dates throughout the year
Eligibility and entry requirements
To enrol in this course, you must be aged 18 years or older, and be one of the following:
- an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- a New Zealand citizen
- the holder of a permanent humanitarian visa
- an eligible temporary visa holder as defined in the CIT Admission and Enrolment Policy.
What you will learn
- How to recognise signs of common mental health problems in adults
- Understanding mental health risk factors and available supports
- Using an evidence based Mental Health First Aid action plan
- Starting supportive conversations about mental health with confidence
- Responding to mental health crises
- Supporting someone until appropriate help is available
- Supporting others while maintaining your own wellbeing.
Who this course is for
- Individuals who want the knowledge and confidence to support someone experiencing a mental health problem or crisis
- People working or volunteering in roles where they interact regularly with others
- Team leaders, supervisors or managers who want to better support mental health and wellbeing in the workplace
- Anyone looking to build practical, evidence based skills for recognising signs of mental health and starting supportive conversations
- Those interested in developing skills that promote wellbeing, early intervention and safer communities.
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How to enrol
- Review the course information
- Check the course delivery mode, entry requirements, and any prerequisites (if applicable).
- Choose your session
- Select your preferred course date and time from the available options.
- Review the terms and conditions
- Make sure you read and understand the enrolment terms before registering.
- Complete the registration form
- Fill out the Eventbrite form on the course page.
- Hint: If you’re registering multiple participants from the same organisation, you'll need to enter details for each person.
- Submit and confirm your enrolment
- After submitting the completed form, you’ll receive a confirmation email.
- If your course requires proof of identity or other documents, further instructions will be provided to help you finalise your enrolment.
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