This course is for Cerebral Palsy Alliance employees
Who is this course for?
People who (in their role) need to support someone experiencing mental health problems or mental health crisis
For more detail see your Learning Journey
If this course is relevant to your role, but not mandatory, please discuss with and get approval from your manager
What content does the course cover?
This training session is run by an accredited MHFA Facilitator.
You will learn how to support someone experiencing a mental health problem or crisis in the workplace, until they can access the appropriate professional treatment, or the crisis is resolved.
This includes:
- Learning about the signs and symptoms of the common and disabling mental health problems
- How to provide initial support
- Where and how to get professional help
- They type of support shown by research to be effective
- How to provide mental health first aid in a crisis.
Mental Health problems covered are:
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
Crisis situations covered are:
- Suicidal behaviours
- Acute stress reaction
- Panic attacks
- Acute psychotic behaviour
What other details do I need to know?
Attendance type: In person (face to face)
Duration: 2 days
Times: Please select a course date below or if there are no dates please click Enquire
Refreshments: Please bring your own lunch (as required)
If you need to cancel: Cancellation guidelines
Where can I get more information?
Contact: The Training Alliance team
Email: training@cerebralpalsy.org.au
Phone: +61 2 9975 8715