Mental Health First Aid

Overview

The purpose of this course is to provide information on how to provide help to someone experiencing a mental health problem before professional help is sought.

The Mental Health First Aid Program was developed in 2001 at the centre for Mental Health Research at the Australian National University.  The program has been well evaluated and found to be effective in improving mental health literacy, reducing stigma and increasing helping behaviours.

First Aid is the help given to an injured person before medical treatment can be obtained.  Mental Health First Aid is the initial help given to someone experiencing a mental health problem before professional help is sought.

All enrolments must be submitted to OH&S no later than 5 working days prior to course commencement.

Course

Further information can be found at: http://www.adm.monash.edu.au/community-services/mhfa/index.html