Blended Youth Mental Health First Aid (Online)

Practical skills to support young people with confidence

Choose your session

Multiple dates available.
Select your preferred session when booking.

Upcoming course dates:

• 1 October 2026 (Thursday)

• 25 November 2026 (Wednesday)

• 3 December 2026 (Thursday)

Blended online delivery

Small group, interactive learning

Why this course

Many adults want to support young people through mental health challenges, while feeling unsure what to say or do.

This course builds the knowledge and practical skills to recognise early signs, start supportive conversations, and respond clearly and appropriately when a young person may be experiencing:

• Emotional distress or changes in behaviour
• Ongoing mental health challenges
• Situations that require immediate support

The focus is on structured, evidence-based action you can apply in real situations.

What you will learn

• How to recognise signs of common mental health challenges in young people
• How to start and guide supportive conversations
• How to use the MHFA Action Plan in real situations
• How to respond to mental health crises with clarity and structure
• How to support while maintaining clear personal boundaries

Mental health topics covered

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Eating disorders
• Psychosis
• Substance use problems

Mental health crises covered

• Suicidal thoughts and behaviours
• Non-suicidal self-injury
• Panic attacks
• Traumatic events
• Severe psychotic states

How the blended course works

This course combines flexible self-paced learning with live, instructor-led sessions.

Self-paced eLearning

• Approximately 4 hours
• 10 interactive modules
• Completed before the live sessions
• Includes an eLearning completion certificate

Live online sessions

• Three sessions (2.5 hours each)
• Delivered via Zoom by an accredited Youth MHFA Instructor
• Focused on discussion, real scenarios, and skills practice

Who this is for

• Parents and carers
• School staff and educators
• Youth workers and community professionals
• Adults supporting young people in any setting
• Anyone wanting practical skills to respond with confidence

No previous mental health training is required.

Accreditation

Participants who complete both components may undertake an online assessment to receive Youth Mental Health First Aid Accreditation, recognised nationally.

Course format

• Blended delivery (self-paced + live online sessions)
• Instructor-led via Zoom
• Practical, discussion-based learning

Investment

Course fee: $330

MHFA Learner Access Pass: $22 (incl. GST)
Required for all participants

Places are limited to maintain a high-quality learning experience.

Book your place

Select your preferred date and complete your booking through this page.

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