Mental Health First Aid® Training in Herston
About 1 in 5 Australian adults experience a common mental illness each year. Mental Health First Aid® (MHFA™) training will teach you practical skills to support someone with a mental health problem. Making a real difference at work and in your personal life.
The 12-hour face-to-face course for adults (18-years+).
Learn how to provide initial support to adults who are developing a mental illness or experiencing a mental health crisis. This course provides a 3-year accreditation on successful completion of an online, competency-based quiz.
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Mental health problems covered:
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Depression
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Anxiety problems
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Psychosis
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Substance use problems
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Mental health crises covered:
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Suicidal thoughts and behaviours
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Non-suicidal self-injury
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Panic attacks
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Traumatic events
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Severe psychotic states
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Severe effects from alcohol or other drug use
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Aggressive behaviours.
Note: This course is not a therapy or a support group.
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For Face-to-Face training for Mental Health First Aid® in Herston:
Brisbane Business Centre, 17 Gould Rd, Herston 4006
Sign up to reserve your spot in the next available group with Principal Master Instructor Julie Gillespie
