First aid is the help given to an injured
person before medical treatment ca be obtained.
Mental Health First Aid is a training program
that enables a person to give help to someone
developing a mental health problem or in
a mental health crisis. The first aid is
given until appropriate professional treatment
is received or until the crisis resolves.
Why
mental health first aid?
Sometimes professional help is not easily
available and many people do not know how
to help. This training will help individuals
and communities to recognise mental and
emotional problems and to know how to help
someone who is experiencing a mental and
emotional health problem and those in a
mental health crisis.
What
will the course do for me?
You will learn:
- more about social and emotional wellbeing
- more about mental health
- more about how to recognise early signs
of mental health problems
- Some good ways to talk to someone who
you’re worried about
- What to do if you are worried that
someone might be suicidal or depressed
- learn some new ways to help others
such as family or community who are going
through difficult times.
- learn the five step action plan:
Approach the person, assess, and assist
with any crisis
Listen non-judgmentally
Give support and information
Encourage the person to get appropriate
professional help
Encourage other supports |
Who
should attend?
Any interested person can attend. This
course is not a therapy or support group.
It is an educational course for any members
of the public who are interested to learn
about mental health. It can be particularly
useful for:
Employee Wellness Practitioners
Social Workers
Managers and Team leaders
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