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Learn how to respond to a mental health problems by completing Mental Health First Aid Australia’s MHFA course.
Feel confident in identifying risk factors and providing the necessary evidence-based support.
Gain:
A MHFA National Accreditation
Attend:
e-Learning and live virtual workshops
Earn:
5 CPD units
Supported by:
legalsuper
In this Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course, you’ll learn how to recognise and understand common mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, psychosis, substance use, and eating disorders. You’ll also be able to spot signs of a mental health crisis, such as suicidal thoughts, self-harm, panic attacks, or trauma. The course will guide you through key risk factors and the best evidence-based treatments available. Most importantly, you’ll gain practical skills to confidently support your colleagues and employees using the MHFA Action Plan, known as ALGEE.
This is Mental Health First Aid Australia approved course and the eLearning component of this course is supported by legalsuper.
The e-learning component is well-structured and engaging. The live workshop is thought-provoking and helpful for practising the skills you need to deal with scenarios that you might face at work.
MHFA Training Course Alumni
I now feel confident and empowered to help anyone that may be in a mental health crisis.
MHFA Training Course Alumni
Very insightful and very useful. Great that it was tailored to the legal profession, as it made examples more relevant.
MHFA Training Course Alumni
It has been eye-opening, and I feel a lot more confident in aiding someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
MHFA Training Course Alumni
The content was interesting and gave you very practical skills on how to help people suffering a mental health crisis.
MHFA Training Course Alumni
Complete the MHFA Australia Assessment Quiz to earn your accreditation as a Mental Health First Aider.
Our blended courses are specifically tailored for legal professionals
Enjoy the convenience of online delivery or choose onsite training for groups.
Benefit from multiple training sessions and refresher courses available throughout the year to keep your skills sharp.
The nationally recognised Mental Health First Aider Certificate of Accreditation is valid for 3 years. However, we also conduct refresher training courses each year. Check our website regularly as these refresher training courses are offered several times a year.
We encourage you to download Zoom prior to the course commencing. The download is free. Visit https://zoom.us/
The College encourages MHFA Training across seniority, departments and genders to ensure diversity of support. This course is for all lawyers and non-legal staff working within a legal environment.
However, all attendees are required to complete the six-hour online (eLearning) component before attending the first virtual workshop to ensure you have the foundational knowledge necessary for the interactive sessions.
Yes, all of our Mental Health First Aid Instructors have completed the intensive instructor training course and are licensed by MHFA Australia to facilitate their training course, the blended training course for legal professionals and the refresher course. As legal professionals, our instructors also understand the unique challenges of a career in the law.
The instructor-led virtual sessions are live meetings conducted over the internet using video conferencing software. The instructor needs to see and hear you for you to participate. Therefore, you must have access to a device with a camera and microphone.
Yes, MHFA training can be provided in-house at your firm. Contact us to coordinate every detail, from enrollment to completion. The course can be delivered on-site at your office or at our campuses in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, or Sydney.
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