Most people are familiar with the idea of physical first aid courses that teach the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life-threatening emergencies and provide a first aid response across a range of different situations.
Mental Health First Aid training adopts a similar approach.
Using a practical, skills-based action plan, participants learn the skills to recognise and respond to someone experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional help is received or the crisis resolves.
Individuals who complete Mental Health First Aid training are known as MHFAiders. Equipped with the skills to listen, connect, and offer support when it matters most, MHFAiders play a vital role in reducing stigma and promoting pathways to support for those experiencing mental health problems in our workplaces, communities, schools, and tertiary institutions.
We are working towards a world where we all have the skills, knowledge and confidence to help someone experiencing a mental health problem
7 Million+
people trained worldwide
30 Countries
delivering our programs
1.3 Million+
Australians trained
Find the Training That’s Right for You
Browse our range of courses based on your training needs.
Adults Supporting Adults
Adults Supporting Young People
Teen Peer-to-Peer Support
Courses for Current MHFAiders
Adults Supporting Adults
These courses equip adults with the skills to provide support to other adults across diverse populations and crisis situations.
Adults Supporting Young People
These courses empower adults with the skills and knowledge to support young people experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis.
Teen Peer-to-Peer Support
These courses empower young people with the practical skills to support each other.
Courses for Current MHFAiders
Explore our courses for current and Accredited Mental Health First Aiders to continue or further develop their mental health first aid skills.
Explore Training Pathways
Learn more about the benefits of embedding Mental Health First Aid training in your workplace, community, school or tertiary institution.
Community
Workplace
Tertiary Institution
School
Community
Increase community-led support for your community-based organisation, volunteers or members.
Workplace
Create a mentally healthier workplace by training managers and staff across all levels of an organisation.
Tertiary Institution
Adopt a whole-of-campus approach to supporting the mental health of students and staff.
School
Achieve a whole-of-school approach to supporting the mental health of young people.
Become an Instructor
Our intensive Instructor Training Courses are for adults with the relevant skills and experience to become a Licensed MHFA Instructor.
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