Book your place to become an accredited Mental Health First Aider in 2026!

 

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.

The 2-day practical course and the Blended – online & 4 hour in person workshop course are accredited educational courses that will equip 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).

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

 

Program Overview

The courses will equip you with the skills to understand mental health issues and help others, using a proven, evidence-based Action Plan.

The Courses do not teach you to be a counsellor.

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

Mental health problems covered:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• 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 you willing to talk about: mental health concepts, approaches to helping others and community mental health resources?

 

 

Enough talking – how do I enrol?

Click on the link below for the course that suits your timing, whether it is during or outside semester teaching times. Before you do that … it’s important to know that there a bit more about the two courses to choose from:

 

BLENDED

The Blended MHFA course combines online eLearning with an in-person 4-hour interactive workshop. It will take approximately 6-8 hours to complete the online eLearning module.

You should only register for this course if you can commit to completing the eLearning module.

IN-PERSON

This 2-day educational course is 100% in-person

 

DURING the SEMESTER

Facilitated by Robyn Dwight

***Please note – tickets for these courses will be made available 6 weeks before.

Course 1.

Mental Health First Aid Course-Blended (eLearning module & 4-hour workshop)

Workshop: Thursday, 26 March , 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

eLearning Module to be completed by: 5pm on19 March 2026

Workshop Venue: McHugh’s Building, adjacent to car park 9, South Ridge behind Physical Sciences building, Bedford Park Campus (C10 on the Campus Map)

Enrolments Close: p.m., on 26 February 2026

Click here for more information and to register.

 

Course 2.

Mental Health First Aid Course-Blended (eLearning module & 4 hour workshop)

Workshop: Thursday, 30 April 2026 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

eLearning Module to be completed by: 5pm, on 23 April 2026

Workshop Venue: McHugh’s Building, adjacent to car park 9, South Ridge behind Physical Sciences building, Bedford Park Campus (C10 on the Campus Map)

Enrolments Close: p.m. on 9 April 2026

Click here for more information and to register.

 

Course 3.

Mental Health First Aid Course-Blended (eLearning module & 4 hour workshop)

Workshop: Thursday, 21 May 2026 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

eLearning Module to be completed by: 5pm, on 14 May 2026

 Workshop Venue: McHugh’s Building, Adjacent car park 9, South Ridge behind Physical Sciences building, Bedford Park Campus (C10 on the Campus Map)

Enrolments Close: p.m. on 9 April 2026

Click here for more information and to register.

 

OUTSIDE of SEMESTER teaching times

Facilitated by Chris O’Grady

Course 1. (Mid-Semester Break)

Mental Health First Aid Course (2-day In-Person workshop)

Day 1 – Wednesday April 15 – Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre, Bedford Park Campus (J7 on the Campus Map)

Day 2 – Wednesday April 22 – Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre, Bedford Park Campus (J7 on the Campus Map)

Time: 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. both days.

Enrolments Close: Friday April 10 2026

Click here for more information and to register.

 

Course 2. (Mid-Year Break)

Mental Health First Aid Course (2-day In-Person workshop)

Day 1 – Tuesday July 7, 2026 – Flinders University – City Campus – Festival Tower, Station Road, Adelaide 5000, Room 309

Day 2 – Wednesday July 8, 2026 – Flinders University – City Campus – Festival Tower, Station Road, Adelaide 5000, Room 309

Time: 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. both days.

Enrolments Close: Fri July 3 2025

Click here for more information and to register.

 

Course 3. (Mid-Year Break)

Mental Health First Aid Course (2-day In-Person workshop)

Day 1 – Tuesday July 14, 2026 – Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre, Bedford Park Campus (J7 on the Campus Map)

Day 2 – Wednesday July 15, 2026 – Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre, Bedford Park Campus (J7 on the Campus Map)

Time: 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. both days.

Enrolments Close: Friday July 10 2026

Click here for more information and to register.

 

Please note:

• There are limited spots, so please DO NOT register unless you can genuinely attend all sessions.
• Only Flinders’ students may enrol.
• This course is not a therapy or support group, rather it is an education course.
• To be eligible for accreditation as a Mental Health First Aider with MHFA Australia, you must attend all sessions and complete the e-Learning module if completing a blended course. Only enrol in the course if you can attend all sessions.
• If you arrive more than 15 minutes after the course starting time or repeatedly come back late from breaks, your instructor may exclude you from participating in the course.
• You will be offered the opportunity to register for another course or go on the waiting list for the next Semester courses.
• 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.