Why Mental Health First Aid?
Mental Health First Aid is a practical, skills-based education program that equips individuals with the skills and confidence needed to recognise and respond to a someone experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves.
Grounded in research and guided by the voice of lived experience, our courses provide high-quality, safe and proven mental health first aid literacy and skills training to strengthen the support available to all Australians.
A global movement
7 Million+
people trained worldwide
30 Countries
delivering our programs
1.3 Million+
Australians trained
The power of conversation
Watch inspiring stories from Mental Health First Aiders who are making a difference, one conversation at a time.
Be part of a movement
Just as physical first aiders know how to provide initial assistance in a medical emergency, Mental Health First Aiders are equipped with the skills, knowledge and confidence to recognise and respond to mental health problems or crises. Â
More than 1.3 million Australians have the crucial skills to support people when it matters most. Start your journey to understanding how you can make a difference.Â
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-school approach to supporting the mental health of young people.
Become an Instructor
Our intensive Instructor Training Courses equip adults with the relevant skills and experience to become a Licensed MHFA Instructor.
Specialised Courses
Explore our range of specialised courses that equip adults with the skills needed to support someone experiencing a specific mental health problem or crisis situation, including harm from gambling, non-suicidal self-injury and suicidal thoughts and behaviours.Â
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