Mental Health First Aid Training for Flinders Students


Three Mental Health First Aid training opportunities in Semester 2, 2023. Details in post.


Mental Health First Aid for Tertiary Students

One in five Australian adults experiences a mental health problem. Mental Health First Aid is the initial help and support provided to a person experiencing a mental health issue or in a mental health crisis, until the appropriate professional help is received, or the crisis resolves. This 2-day practical and accredited educational course equips you with the skills to understand mental health issues and help others, using a proven, evidence-based Action Plan.

Free Accredited Training for Flinders Students

Flinders is offering this sought-after accreditation to our students for free, funded through our Students Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). Training dates for Semester 2, 2023 have been announced.

Program Overview

This 2-day educational course, equips you with the skills to understand mental health issues and help others, using a proven, evidence-based Action Plan.

It does not teach you to be a counsellor.

Over the 2 days, participants will

  • Learn how to recognise common mental health problems
  • Improve knowledge of mental illnesses, their treatments and appropriate first aid actions
  • Increase confidence to provide first aid
  • Learn where and how to seek appropriate professional help
  • Know how to respond in a crisis situation

*This course is for currently enrolled Flinders University students only.*

Mental health problems covered:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety problems
  • Psychosis
  • Substance use problems

Mental health crises covered include:

  • Suicidal thoughts and behaviours
  • Panic attacks
  • Traumatic events
  • Severe effects from alcohol or other drug use

Should I do this course?

This course is designed for those that can answer yes to the following questions:

  1. Do you want to learn how to give mental health first aid to others?
  2. Are willing to talk about: mental health concepts, approaches to helping others and community mental health resources?

 

Enough talking – how do I enrol?

Semester 2, 2023 dates have been announced:

COURSE DATES AND DETAILS:

Course 1: Oasis Wellbeing Centre, Humanities Road, Bedford Park 5042

Day 1: Wednesday 26 July, 9-4pm

Day 2: Wednesday 2 August, 9-4pm

Course 2: Studio 2 (behind Café Grind and Press), Registry Road, Bedford Park 5042

Day 1: Tuesday 15 August, 9-4pm

Day 2: Tuesday 22 August 9-4pm

Course 3: Studio 2 (behind Café Grind and Press), Registry Road, Bedford Park 5042

Day 1: Thursday 12 October 9-4pm

Day 2: Thursday 19 October 9-4pm

✨ Pick your course and RSVP at Eventbrite. ✨

 

Please note:

  • There are limited spots, so please DO NOT register unless you can genuinely attend both days
  • Only Flinders’ students may enrol.
  • This course is not a therapy or support group, rather it is an education course.
  • If you have any questions about the program or concerns about your capacity to fully participate in the course, please contact the organisers – mhfa@flinders.edu.au

If you have any concerns about your own mental health and wellbeing, please contact Health Counselling and Disability Service or your own mental health practitioner.

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