Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid Training
At a glance:
- Accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, designed to build practical mental health knowledge and response skills across your workforce.
- Equip employees with the confidence to recognise the signs of mental health challenges, start supportive conversations, and respond appropriately.
- Build greater mental health literacy across your workplace to support earlier intervention, employee wellbeing, and a more supportive workplace culture.
- Designed for HR, WHS, and L&D teams looking to strengthen workplace mental health capability through nationally-recognised training.
What is Mental Health First Aid?
In the same way that physical first aid is an injury response, mental health first aid is given to a person who may be developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.
A trained mental health first aider isn’t a therapist or a clinician – they can’t diagnose or treat a condition. Their role is to notice the signs early, start a supportive, non-judgemental conversation, and help guide a person towards appropriate professional help.
What is a Mental Health First Aid Program Designed To Do?
Bodycare’s mental health first aid program is designed to close the gap between a colleague struggling and that person getting the right support.
Our two-day accredited MFHA Australia course teaches participants about common mental health issues to increase their knowledge, awareness, and skills. Following completion, many organisations we work with introduce Mental Health First Aid Officers in the same way they have First Aid Officers.
Workplace scenarios, exercises and video training materials are used to assist learning and boost engagement in training sessions.
All participants receive a copy of the MHFA Manual and a Certificate of Completion.
Why Mental Health First Aid Matters in Your Workplace
Mental health conditions are estimated to cost Australian businesses $17 billion annually.
A study conducted by PWC estimates that every dollar spent on creating a mentally healthy workplace, where employees have access to a supportive environment, will create a return on investment of $2.30. The largest return from mental health first aid training usually comes from reduced absenteeism and presenteeism, which directly impact productivity and output.
Not to mention the positive impact these initiatives have on individuals, employee engagement and workplace culture.
How Does Mental Health Affect Businesses?
Mental health conditions are estimated to cost Australian businesses $17 billion annually. A recent study conducted by PWC estimates that every dollar spent on creating a Mentally Healthy Workplace will create a return on investment of $2.30. Not to mention the positive impact these initiatives will have on individuals, employee engagement and workplace culture.
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Corporate Mental Health Training Formats
Bodycare delivers workplace mental health first aid training in three formats, so you can choose what fits your team and schedule. All courses cover the same content and lead to the same nationally recognised outcome – they’re just delivered in different ways.
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- The impact of mental illness
- The signs, symptoms and risk factors of depression
- Intervention techniques for depression
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- Crisis first aid training for self-injury, and suicidal thoughts and behaviours
- Depression and anxiety first aid
- The signs, symptoms and risk factors of anxiety
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- Crisis first aid for panic attacks and post-traumatic events
- The signs, symptoms and risk factors of psychosis
- Intervention techniques for psychosis
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- First aid for psychosis and substance use problems
- The signs, symptoms and risk factors of substance misuse
- Crisis first aid for severe psychotic states, aggressive behaviour, and effects of substance use
- Intervention techniques for substance abuse
Mental Health First Aid Course (Online)
Mental Health First Aid – Online
– Our mental health first aid course, delivered online. Participants will work through two components: self-paced interactive eLearning followed by instructor-led virtual training.
Duration: 5-7 hours eLearning, plus 2×2.5-hour live sessions
Group size: 8-12 participants for the live sessions
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Duration: 5-7 hours
The eLearning course component presents an overview of mental health problems and mental health crises. -
Duration: 2 x 2.5 hour sessions
The instructor led sessions provide course participants with an opportunity to revise content covered in the self-paced eLearning program and to consolidate the application of this content with the development of practical skills in a group environment online.
Mental Health First Aid Course (Blended)
Mental Health First Aid – Blended
Self-paced eLearning combined with a single instructor-led face-to-face session, ideal for teams who want some in-person practice without committing to two full days.
Duration: 5-7 hours eLearning, plus a 4-hour face-to-face session
Group size: 8-20 participants for the face-to-face session
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Duration: 5-7 hours
The eLearning course component presents an overview of mental health problems and mental health crises. -
Duration: 4 hours
The instructor led session provides course participants with an opportunity to revise content covered in the self-paced eLearning program and to consolidate the application of this content with the development of practical skills in a group environment.
Mental Health First Aid Refresher Course
Refresher courses allow people who have previously completed a Mental Health First Aid course to refresh their knowledge and extend their accreditation for a further three years.
Sessions are conducted face-to-face and are based on lived experiences from patients and professionals in the mental illness field. No pre-learning or pre-reading is required.
Refreshers courses cover:
- Signs and symptoms of depression, anxiety and substance use disorder
- The 3 key actions for helping someone in crisis
- Complex mental health first aid interactions and conversation skills
- Resources to support people experiencing mental health problems
Duration: 4 hours
Group size: 8-20 participants
When will you start the mental health conversation in your workplace?
Mental Health Courses Locations
Bodycare delivers workplace mental health training onsite and onsite to Melbourne, Sydney, and across Australia.
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Mental Health First Aid Training FAQs
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The course addresses various mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, and substance misuse. It also covers crisis situations like suicidal ideation, panic attacks, severe reactions to trauma, and substance use.
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Mental Health First Aid training is delivered over two full days face-to-face, online at your own pace, or via a blended format combining self-paced eLearning with instructor-led sessions. Participants learn through interactive workshops, tailored scenarios, and video demonstrations, culminating in a certification valid for three years.
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Organisations can host tailored MHFA courses onsite or online for teams of 8–20 participants. This ensures training aligns with company goals and addresses specific workplace mental health concerns.
Enquire now if you are interested!
Mental Health First Aid training is delivered by our health and wellbeing team, Healthworks.
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