Become a Mental Health First Aider

Gain a better understanding of mental health issues and the effect they can have on both individuals and your business with mental Health First Aid training. Learn how to help people struggling with their mental or emotional state by implementing positive changes. It helps provide a person who is developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem, or in a mental health crisis. First Aid is given until appropriate professional help can be attained.

Description

With a growing need to support mental health in the workplace, this two-day programme empowers people within your organisation to provide safe, practical, caring responses to anyone experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis or are suffering with a mental health disorder. EMA are proud to offer Te Pou’s Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa 4th edition, an evidence-based, evidence-informed, internationally researched programme delivered in over 24 countries.

 

Who is this course for...

It is suitable for anyone who wants to gain knowledge and practical tools to support themselves and others in the workplace, at home or in life who experience a challenge with mental health. It will provide individuals with the fundamental knowledge and skills to aid those in crisis.

 

After, you'll be able to...

MHFA action plans in a variety of situations, including:

  • Depressive episodes.
  • Trauma.
  • Suicidal thoughts or behaviours.
  • Physical self-harm incidents.

Explore specific mental health illnesses through the spectrum including:

  • Anxiety, panic attacks.
  • Psychosis.
  • Substance misuse.
  • Crisis first aid techniques

MHFA actions plans for intervention in these situations, including:

  • Early intervention observations and plan to engage.
  • Prevention - a plan to care for self and others to promote healthy mental wellbeing.
  • Care of the person in crisis.
  • Self-care and safety and of intervening mental health first aiders.

 

Duration: 2 days

Level: Intermediate

Delivery: Face to face (in class)

 

Course Costs:

Member (Standard) $1,490 + GST

Non-member (standard) $1,820 + GST