Youth Mental Health First Aid ® Training

Youth Mental Health First Aid ® (YMHFA) is a nationally accredited, evidence-based course that equips parents, caregivers, and professionals with the knowledge and confidence to recognise, understand, and respond to mental health challenges in adolescents and young people. It builds confidence, reduces stigma, and promotes early intervention. Participants receive a Certificate of Completion and may become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (valid for 3 years) - a refresher course is required every 3 years to maintain accreditation. 

You’ll learn how to:

• Identify signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adolescents and young people

• Provide an initial response until professional help is available

• Connect young people with appropriate professional supports

• Maintain your own wellbeing while supporting others

Delivery modes:

• Standard (2 days/14 hours)

• Blended In-Person

• Blended Online

• Refresher (if due)

• Private Bookings (get in touch here)

Topics covered include, but are not limited to:

• Depression

• Anxiety 

• Eating disorders

• Psychosis

• Substance Use

• Suicidal thoughts and behaviours

• Non-suicidal self-injury

This training is ideal for:

• Parents/carers

• Foster and kinship carers

• Educators 

• Youth workers and community service professionals

• University students in the community services sector

• Community members, professionals in other industries, or anyone in a role that involves supervising or supporting young people and adolescents

Upcoming Training Dates: TBA