Accredited Mental Health Training
First Aid for Mental Health: Creating Leaders in Mental Health Support
This course provides a straightforward guide to delivering First Aid for Mental Health and qualifies you as a Mental Health First Aider adding value to any role you already hold and enhancing your ability to foster a mentally healthy environment.
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Format
100% Online (Self-Paced with Weekly Live Q&A)
Duration
3 Months Access
Certification
Mental Health First Aider
Practical Training for Mental Health Support
Become a Confident Mental Health First Aider
First Aid for Mental Health is a short course that will provide you with the skills and knowledge to provide initial help to someone who may be experiencing a mental health concern.
Recognise Mental Health Concerns
Identify early signs of mental health concerns and hold conversations with people you are concerned about.
Ask About Suicidality with Confidence
Gain practical tools to ask about risk, offer support, and guide individuals toward professional help.
Facilitate Professional Help-Seeking
Grow your knowledge regarding what mental health services are available and assist people in obtaining professional help
Provide Ongoing Informal Support
Learn how to validate emotions, encourage treatment, and assist people through recovery.
Be Compliant with WHS Requirements
Assist workplace leaders in recognising signs of an employee experiencing a psychosocial hazard.
Prevent Burnout & Prioritise Well-Being
Understand self-care strategies to maintain your mental resilience while supporting others.
EXPERT-LED TRAINING
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Our accredited mental health first aid training has been developed by Dr Jane Woodbridge. Dr Woodbridge is a clinical psychologist with a PhD in Borderline Personality Disorder.
She has over 20 years of experience as an educator and clinician treating mental health conditions and disability. Dr Woodbridge focusses on equipping people with real-world practical skills to promote wellbeing and navigate the complexities of mental health risk management.
This course isnā€™t just about learning concept
Itā€™s about becoming a Mental Health First Aider with the real-world tools to make a difference in your workplace, community, and personal life.
By following a step-by-step blueprint, youā€™ll learn how to recognise mental health concerns, approach suicidality with confidence, support people through recovery and prevent burnoutā€” all while gaining an accredited certification that enhances your professional skills.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Gain Practical, Lifelong Mental Health Skills
Completing the course qualifies you as a Mental Health First Aider, enhancing your ability to foster a healthy work environment, boosting your resume, and making you a more desirable and practical team member in any workplace. Here is what you will learn:
Module 01
Introduction to Mental Health and Illness
Meet your trainer and learn what to expect from the course. Understand the fundamentals of mental health and illness, the prevalence of mental illness, contributing factors to developing mental illness, and the barriers for obtaining professional help for mental illness.
Module 02
Understanding what First Aid for Mental Health is
Learn about the importance of early intervention and why we need Mental Health First Aid. Understand the role, and the limits of the role, and your duty of care as a Mental Health First Aider. Learn what professional mental health treatment is available.
Module 03
Learn How to Provide First AidĀ for Mental Health
Learn the SAFE model which is the guide for providing First Aid for Mental Health. Also, learn practical skills, so you know how to deliver each element of the safe model, including listening, validating and problem-solving.
Module 04
Mental Health Disorders and Mental Health Crises
Dive into specific mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders to understand what signs to look for and how to provide support. Understand and learn how to manage mental health crises such as self-harm, suicidality, overdose, panic attacks, acute psychotic episodes and traumatic events.
Module 05
Self-Care for Mental Health First Aiders
Understand the importance of self-care for maintaining your well-being as a mental health first aider. Learn strategies for setting boundaries, looking after yourself and seeking your own professional help when needed.
Exclusive Bonuses
Extra Resources & Expert Support to Help You Succeed
Optional Extended Learning
Additional chapters covering eating disorders, psychosis, gambling, and First Aid for Mental Health for diverse groups, including First Nations Australians, people who identify as LGBTQI+, children, and culturally diverse communities.
Mental Health Services Directory
A comprehensive list of free Australian mental health services, including hotlines for mental health crises, and support resources for Indigenous Australians, children, domestic violence survivors, older people, LGBTQI+ communities, and people struggling with gambling
or addictions.
Expert Q&A Sessions with
Dr. Jane Woodbridge
Weekly live Q&A sessions for three months, providing direct access to expert guidance and discussions on course content.
An Investment in Your Skills & Future
Everything You Need to Become a Mental Health First Aider
+ Accredited Training
+ Comprehensive Learning Modules
+ Self-Paced 3-Month Online LearningĀ
+ Engaging Video Lessons
+ Downloadable Learning Materials
+ Interactive Knowledge AssessmentsĀ
+ Real-World Application ProjectsĀ
+ Live Q&A Sessions with Dr. Jane Woodbridge
+ Exclusive Online Community
+ Certificate of Completion that is valid for 4 years
First Aid for Mental Health for Organisations
Group Discounts & Corporate Packages Available
Group discounts and organisational packages can be arranged upon request. There is also an option to purchase the course on a subscription basis for large organisations who would like to provide this course to their staff. Email [email protected] if you would like to discuss this option further.
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First Aid for Mental Health Course
What Our Students Say
ā€¯This course exceeded all my expectations.ā€¯
The content was insightful and practical, and the delivery was outstanding. I now feel confident supporting my colleagues and clients in meaningful ways.
ā€“ Sarah L., HR Specialist
ā€¯The certification has enhanced my role significantly.ā€¯
As a nurse, Iā€™ve always wanted to deepen my understanding of mental health. This training gave me the tools to do just that, and the certification has enhanced my role significantly.
ā€“ James T., Registered Nurse
Everything You Need to Know
First Aid for Mental Health ā€“ FAQs
1. Who is the First Aid for Mental Health course for?
2. Is this course accredited? Will I receive a certification?
3. What topics are covered in the course?
4. What kind of assessments will I need to complete?
5. How does this course differ from other Mental Health First Aid courses?
6. Who is the instructor, and what are their qualifications?
7. How is the course delivered, and can I complete it at my own pace?
8. Are there any live sessions or face-to-face requirements?
9. How long will I have access to the course materials?
10. What kind of support is available if I have questions during the course?
The Skills You Needā€”Right Now
Will you know how to respond when it matters most?
Mental health challenges are everywhereā€”at work, in your community, and at home. With expert-led, accredited training, First Aid for Mental Health gives you the confidence and practical skills to support others, approach crises with sensitivity and confidence, and foster a mentally healthy environment.
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Ivy Private provides accredited mental health training for professionals and organisations seeking practical, evidence-based skills in First Aid for Mental Health. Our expert-led courses empower individuals to recognise, support, and respond effectively to mental health concerns in workplaces and communities.
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