WHAT WILL I LEARN?

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You will learn to recognise common mental health problems, how to provide initial help to someone experiencing a mental health problem using a practical, evidence-based Action Plan, and how to respond in a crisis situation. During the course, participants have the opportunity to practice new skills in a safe environment.

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The 12-hour Standard Mental Health First Aid course teaches any adult (18 years and over) how to provide initial support to someone who is experiencing a mental health problem or crisis.

 

Using a practical, evidence-based Action Plan, you will learn:

• the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adults

• how to provide initial help, where and how to get professional help

• what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective, and

• how to provide first aid in a crisis situation.

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You will:

• increase your mental health literacy

• increase confidence in providing mental health first aid

• decrease stigmatising attitudes

• increases the support provided to others

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Mental health conditions and situations covered include:

• depression

• anxiety

• psychosis

• substance use

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Mental health crises covered include:

• suicidal thoughts and behaviours

• self-harm

• panic attacks

• traumatic events

• severe effects of drug or alcohol

• severe psychotic states

• aggressive behaviours

 

Note: This is an education course designed to teach people the skills to give first aid to others, it is not a therapy or support group.

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