• Psychology + Wellbeing

Youth Mental Health First Aid

PL # 14430

Subsidy/Grant Applied School & Student Support
  • Starting from 21 Aug 2025 until 22 Aug 2025
  • Cancellation permitted until 14 Aug 2025
  • Registration Close : 14 Aug 2025

Delivery Format : In Person

Type Price
For Members
Standard Price
Subsidy/Grant Applied
Reduced Member Price

$590.00
-$490.00
$100.00
Prices are inclusive of GST.
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    Registrations open to :
  • AISWA Member Schools

Description

This 14 hour course teaches adults how to assist adolescents who are experiencing a mental health crisis or developing a mental health problem.

The course is suitable for adults working with adolescents (those aged between 12 and 18 years), however, it can also be relevant for those helping people who are a little younger or older.

Course Content

Participants will learn about adolescent development and the signs and symptoms of these mental health problems, where and how to get help and what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective.

Who should attend MHFA training?

Ideally, school staff who

  • Regularly work with young people of this age group (ages 12-18)
  • Provide elements of pastoral care and support
  • Have expressed interest in attending this training

Health and safety precautions are important considerations for the AISWA MHFA trainers and for those who attend the training. However, these workshops are not designed as a therapy or support group. There is a risk that the information or discussions from these workshops can trigger a strong emotional reaction. Please consider this before choosing to attend the training.

Outcomes

  • Recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems in adolescents.
  • Recognise and respond to an emerging or worsening mental health problem and the treatments and supports available. 
  • Know how to approach a young person they are concerned about and initiate a conversation about those concerns.
  • Know how to offer initial support and information and how to help a young person seek professional help or other supports. 
  • Know how to use a practical, evidence-based action plan.

Terms & Conditions

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Segments

Day 1

Date / Time

21 Aug 2025 Starts: 08:30 Finishes: 16:30

Delivery Format : In Person

AISWA

Address

41 Walters Drive
Osborne Park WA 6017
Australia

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AISWA is easily accessible, with plenty of parking options nearby. While there is no onsite parking available, street parking is available along Walters Drive and surrounding streets, with a maximum fee of $5.50 per day. Please note, no cash or card payment options are available, payment is managed via the EasyPark App, so we recommend downloading it ahead of your visit for a seamless experience. Public transport is also a convenient option, with Glendalough Train Station and Bus Stop 25350 (Route 407) located nearby. We look forward to welcoming you!

PL Hours : 7.00

Day 2

Date / Time

22 Aug 2025 Starts: 08:30 Finishes: 16:30

Delivery Format : In Person

AISWA

Address

41 Walters Drive
Osborne Park WA 6017
Australia

click to view map
AISWA is easily accessible, with plenty of parking options nearby. While there is no onsite parking available, street parking is available along Walters Drive and surrounding streets, with a maximum fee of $5.50 per day. Please note, no cash or card payment options are available, payment is managed via the EasyPark App, so we recommend downloading it ahead of your visit for a seamless experience. Public transport is also a convenient option, with Glendalough Train Station and Bus Stop 25350 (Route 407) located nearby. We look forward to welcoming you!

PL Hours : 7.00

Course Number

14

Learning Area

  • Psychology + Wellbeing

School Area

  • Secondary (7-10)
  • Senior Secondary (11 - 12)

Event Contact

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