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Mental health is an important part of workplace health and safety, particularly in high-risk industries such as construction. MBA Training delivers the Standard Mental Health First Aid course through a licensed Mental Health First Aid Australia Instructor.
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems, respond to someone experiencing a mental health crisis, and provide initial support until appropriate professional help is available or the situation has resolved.
At a glance
- Delivery: Face-to-face
- Duration: 12 hours
- Certificate: Mental Health First Aider accreditation (valid 3 years)
- Cost: From $260 with member rate + funding (see Cost & funding)
- Location: Master Builders ACT, 1 Iron Knob St, Fyshwick
Overview
This course teaches participants how to recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems, provide initial support to an adult experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, and guide them towards appropriate professional and other supports until the situation has resolved or professional help is available.
This is a non-accredited course, on successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance. Mental Health First Aid knowledge and skills should be refreshed every three years in line with Mental Health First Aid Australia recommendations.
What you'll learn
- How to recognise the signs of common mental health problems, including Depression, Anxiety, Gambling, Addiction
- How to have a supportive conversation using the MHFA action plan
- Assisting someone in a mental health crisis, including suicidal thoughts or panic
- Where and how to guide someone towards professional help
- Looking after your own wellbeing as a first aider
Who this course is for
This course suits anyone who wants to support mental health at work, including:
- Site supervisors, leading hands and managers
- Nominated workplace mental health first aiders
- HR, WHS and wellbeing staff
- Any worker who wants the skills to help a mate
What you'll receive
This is a non-accredited course. There are no formal assessment requirements. Participants who successfully complete training will receive a Certificate of Attendance. Mental Health First Aid knowledge and skills should be refreshed every three years in line with Mental Health First Aid Australia recommendations.
Entry requirements
To enrol, you’ll need to:
- Be at least 16 years old and bring photo identification on the day
- Have a basic level of written and spoken English
Career pathways
Mental Health First Aid is a valuable skill for workers, supervisors, managers, team leaders and anyone who supports the health and wellbeing of others in the workplace. It complements broader workplace health and safety training and helps build mentally healthy, supportive and resilient workplaces.
Continue developing your workplace health and safety knowledge with:
- Psychosocial Hazards for Managers and Supervisors
Cost & funding
- Standard rate:$506.00
- Member rate:$455.00
- With TFA funding:$311.00
- Member + TFA:$260.00
About the Training Fund Authority (TFA) rebate
If you’re eligible for funding through the ACT Building and Construction Industry Training Fund, you can access a discounted course fee by entering the code MHFA26B at checkout. We will manage the funding claim on your behalf following your successful course completion. Check your eligibility at https://trainingfund.com.au/eligibility.
Course dates
Dates for this course are not open for online booking yet. Send us an enquiry and the MBA Training team will let you know when the next session runs.
The MBA Training advantage
When you train with Master Builders, you train with the industry’s own. We deliver the complete course, face-to-face, and we never cut corners on time or compliance.
We meet every national and ACT requirement, so your qualification is recognised wherever you work.
Competitive pricing
We keep our rates reasonable to help you and your team stay skilled without breaking the budget. With member discounts and TFA rebates, you can maximise your savings.
Nationally recognised
We offer many courses that lead to qualifications and statements of attainments recognised Australia-wide, alongside a range of industry-backed non-accredited training.