Youth Mental Health First Aid Courses

Learn how to provide initial support to a young person who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis

NB YMHFA PARTNERS

Recognise

Recognise the signs and symptoms of mental health problems

Action Plan

Use an evidence-based action plan to initiate a mental health first aid conversation

Assess

Assess for a range of crisis situations and provide initial support

Understand

The prevalence and impact of mental illnesses, risk factors and treatments / supports available

Apply

Apply self-care practices as a Mental Health First Aider

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Why Mental Health First Aid in Sports?

Accessibility and connection

Informal approach

Opportunities to learn

Positive structures

Reach

Camaraderie and teamwork

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Perfect for Coaches, trainers & managers

Coaches, trainers, and managers are ideal for Mental Health First Aid training. They’ll gain skills to understand mental health impacts, identify issues, and support those in need.

Whether in sports, workplaces, or education, we offer tailored mental health training to build capacity and confidence in youth mental health first aid.

"The instructor was friendly and welcoming, his knowledge and passion about MHFA was top tier"

"Instructor was easy to understand and used relatable situations to demonstrate application of MHFA"

"The space to learn and share stories was safe, engaging and thoughtful"

Did you know?

1 in 5 Australians will experience mental health problems in any given year

2 in 5 young adults (16-24) experience a mental health problem

Suicide is the leading cause of death for adolescents

9 Australian lives are lost to suicide every day

75% of suicides are male

We respectfully acknowledge the Gubbi Gubbi people past, present and emerging whose land we walk live and work.