Become a Lifeline: Learn Mental Health First Aid Today
Heal.ed Tribe provides accredited Mental Health First Aid training, led by qualified facilitators who actively work in mental health and youth support. Where possible, Heal.ed Tribe co-facilitates with young people who have navigated mental health challenges to bring a unique, relatable perspective that transforms theoretical knowledge into practical, life-saving skills.
Could You Be the Lifeline Somebody Needs?
We’ve all experienced moments when someone close to us seems to be struggling, but we’re not sure how to help.
- Ever wondered how to support someone who’s feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or down?
- Do you find yourself unsure of what to say when someone confides in you about their mental health?
- Are you worried that by reaching out, you might say the wrong thing or make things worse?
- Do you wish you had the confidence to step in and help when someone is in crisis?
You’re not alone in these thoughts. Many of us want to help, but don’t know where to begin.
The truth is, mental health challenges are more common than we think, and your willingness to learn could be the difference between someone seeking help or suffering in silence.
Heal.ed Tribe’s Mental Health First Aid Courses provide the tools, knowledge, and confidence you need to offer meaningful support when it’s needed most. You don’t need to be a mental health professional to make a real difference.
Get Certified to Make a Difference
Take the first step towards being a lifeline for someone today. Gain the skills to identify the signs of distress, offer initial support, and guide others to the help they need.
Who is Mental Health First Aid Training for?
Heal.ed Tribe’s Mental Health First Aid Training is valuable for anyone who wants to be better equipped to support others’ mental health.
Teachers
Parents and carers
Health Care Workers
Business leaders, managers and supervisors
Community leaders
Sports and recreation coaches
Mental Health First Aid provides participants skills and knowledge that could save a life, just like completing a physical First Aid course.
Which Mental Health First Aid course is right for me?
Both our Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) and Standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) courses teach essential skills that could save lives, just like physical first aid training. However, each course is designed for different audiences:
- Standard MHFA: This course focuses on supporting adults of all ages, from young adults to older individuals. It covers a wide range of mental health challenges that adults may face throughout their lives.
- Youth MHFA: Tailored specifically for adults supporting young people aged 12-18, this course includes additional topics like Eating Disorders and Non-Suicidal Self-Injury, which are not covered in the Standard course. It also focuses on youth-specific challenges, including statistics, scenarios, and strategies for working with teenagers.
Both courses provide critical skills to help recognise and respond to mental health issues, but if you’re specifically supporting young people, YMHFA will be the best fit.
Course Benefits at a Glance
Why Take Mental Health First Aid Training?
Whether you choose the Youth or Standard course, you’ll gain valuable skills to help those in crisis.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
Accredited Certification for Life-Saving Skills
Understand How to Support People in Crisis
Gain Confidence to Act in Emergency Mental Health Situations
Be Prepared for Real-World Scenarios
Support a Loved One or a Colleague with Confidence
Affordable Life-Saving Skills
For just $300, you’ll gain the skills to make a real difference in someone’s life. This one-time payment covers all course materials and certification. Plus, you’ll feel empowered to take action when it matters most.
Prefer to book a private Mental Health First Aid course?
Heal.ed Tribe facilitators offer Mental Health First Aid training in the Gold Coast, Northern NSW and Brisbane areas.
Mental Health First Aid training can be offered in youth or standard formats face-to-face, or a blend with online modules.
Enquire about private training for your school, workplace, community or sports group at a venue near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)?
MHFA is a training program that teaches individuals how to recognise signs of mental health problems, provide initial support, and guide people towards appropriate professional help.
Who should take MHFA training?
MHFA is valuable for anyone who wants to be better equipped to support others’ mental health. It’s particularly beneficial for teachers, parents, carers, managers, healthcare workers, and community leaders.
What topics are covered in the MHFA courses?
Courses cover a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, psychosis, substance use problems, and crisis situations such as suicidal thoughts and behaviours, panic attacks, and acute stress reaction.
What's the difference between SMHFA and YMHFA?
While both courses cover similar content, YMHFA is specifically tailored for adults supporting young people aged 12-18. It includes additional topics such as Eating Disorders and Non-Suicidal Self-Injury, which are not covered in the Standard course. YMHFA also focuses on youth-specific statistics, scenarios, and strategies for dealing with teenagers.
How is the course delivered?
Courses are offered in various formats, including in-person sessions, blended online and face-to-face learning, or multiple shorter sessions spread over a period of time.
How long does the MHFA course take to complete?
The Standard MHFA course is 12 hours, while the Youth MHFA course is 14 hours. Both can be completed in various formats to suit different schedules.
MHFA delivery
- Training can be completed over 2 days, in person face to face (6 hours per day).
- Alternatively, 3 x 4 hour sessions, in person face to face (completed within a one month period).
- Blended online and in person: self-paced eLearning (5-7 hours), followed by a 4-hour face-to-face session
YMHFA Delivery
- Training can be completed over 2 days, in person face to face (7 hours per day).
- Alternatively, 4 x 3.5 hour sessions, in person face to face (completed within a one month period).
- Blended online and in person: self-paced eLearning (5-7 hours), followed by a one day (7 hours) OR 2 x half days (3.5 hours) face-to-face sessions
Is MHFA certification recognised?
Yes, MHFA certification is accredited by Mental Health Australia and is valid for 3 years.
How can MHFA benefit my workplace?
MHFA can improve employee well-being, reduce stigma around mental health, increase productivity, and create a more supportive work environment. It can also help reduce the significant costs associated with untreated mental health issues in the workplace.
Do I need any prior knowledge or experience to take the course?
No prior knowledge or experience is required. The course is designed to be accessible to anyone interested in learning about mental health support.
What do I need to bring?
Please wear comfortable clothing, bring along a notepad and pens and food and water for the day.
You will be provided with printed course notes, and if you are studying face to face, we’ll supply tea and coffee.
What happens if I can't attend all of the course dates?
To become accredited you must attend all training dates. We understand that on rare occasions things pop up and we will do our best to cater for that by transferring you to a later course
What is your Refund Policy?
Please choose carefully before booking as fees apply for cancellations by students.
Cancellation notice provided:
14 days or more – 50% Refund
Under 7 Days – Nil Refund.
Can I transfer my course to someone else?
We understand life can happen so if you can’t attend we allow 1 x free name change on any ticket or reschedule to a future course within 6-months of the original booking date.
Name changes are not allowed once the course has commenced. The name change must occur 24 hours before the course commencement date.
Where are Heal.ed Tribe's Mental Health First Aid Courses held?
Heal.ed Tribe offers face to face mental health first aid training on the Gold Coast but also services Northern New South Wales areas. We also welcome Mental Health First Aid students from Brisbane.