Mental health first aid courses are integral to our community and help those in a mental health crisis. In Australia, 42.9% of people aged between 16-85 have experienced a mental disorder at some point in their lifetime according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics; hence why these courses are so important. Similar to physical health first aid courses, the mental health first aid course (MHFA) teaches how to act in a life-threatening situation or crisis that relates to a person's mental health until professional help can be administered.
Those who complete the MHFA course are known as MHFAiders and play an important role in our community to destigmatise mental health struggles and disorders. There are many different types of mental health first aid courses offered, some more specific than others. By the end of this article you will understand what a MHFA course is, what types of situations you'll use these skills, and which course is right for you.
A mental health crisis can be defined as a person feeling unwell or distressed due to many mental disorders, such as;
The crisis can manifest itself in many different forms depending on the person and the mental health disorder that they are struggling with. There are a range of crises that you will learn how to manage during your mental health first aid course, including;
In exploring iTrain Australia's approach to mental health first aid, you'll learn from expert instructor, Matt Gray, dedicated to fostering a supportive and safe learning environment. iTrain Australia are committed to providing accessible venues across Tasmania and Australia for a seamless learning experience.
Our MHFA courses emphasise practical action plans, ensuring a structured response to mental health crises. Through engaging in hands-on learning with real-world scenarios, participants enhance their ability to apply knowledge effectively, making the learning experience both comprehensive and applicable to real life situations.
We offer a range of mental health first aid courses, some more specific than others. It's important to understand that mental health first aid can be different for different types of people in society. For example, our Youth Mental Health First Aid course focuses on adults wanting to know how to assist adolescents experiencing mental health problems.
Whereas the Standard Mental Health First Aid course teaches you how to manage mental health struggles and crises from a wider perspective, with strategies that can be applied to almost any adult. We offer further courses in MHFA specifically for those in certain industries or sectors where mental health struggles are common, such as financial professions.
We also offer tailored training services for organisations, schools and community groups with customised programmes to focus on the mental health course aspects that are important to your specific group.
At iTrain Australia, transparency is key when it comes to pricing. Our commitment to a fixed pricing structure ensures clarity for individuals seeking to enhance their mental health literacy through our MHFA courses.
Empowering individuals is at the core of our mission. As participants embark on our MHFA courses, they are equipped with the skills to offer support when it matters most. iTrain Australia actively promotes mental health literacy, aiming to normalise conversations about mental health within our communities.
With expert instructor Matt Gray, accessible venues, and a commitment to practical action plans, iTrain Australia is your first choice for mental health education in Tasmania.
At the heart of our mission is the empowerment of individuals, arming them with the skills to offer support when it matters most as we strive towards normalising conversations about mental health within communities. By taking the first step with iTrain Australia, individuals contribute to building a mentally resilient community, fostering a brighter and more supportive future for mental health.
Explore our courses and teaching options to start your journey towards being a qualified mental health first aider.
Check out our range of online courses available now, or feel free to contact Matt directly to arrange one-to-one counselling or discuss customised training options.
