Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Special Offer for Outdoors Queensland Members

Learn how to provide initial support to a young person who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis.

The Youth Mental Health First Aid course teaches participants how to provide initial support to a young person (aged 12–18) who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional help is received, or the crisis resolves. Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adolescents, how to recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem, and the treatments and supports available.

Using a practical, evidence-based action plan, course participants learn how to approach a young person they are concerned about and initiate a conversation about those concerns. Participants also learn how to offer initial support and information and how to help a young person to seek professional help or other supports. Adults who complete the course become Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders), equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to provide someone with mental health information and support when it matters most.

Course Structure:
5 to 6 hours of online, self-paced learning, plus
2 x 2.5-hour online group sessions with a trained YMHFA facilitator

Note
There are only 6 spots left on this course at this price – it is a special member only price for Outdoor Queensland financial members. Please contact Brendan Macaulay on 0423 349 424 and/or info@nbymhfa.com, if interested.

If you would like to organise a group booking for your organisation please visit our website and we will be happy to discuss pricing and delivery options.