Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)


Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Program Update

Click for Mental Health First Aid Report October 2024


Key Developments:

Program Launch: The MHFA online training module is now live and ready for student participation.

Resources Provided: The following resources have been distributed to all pa rticipating universities:

  • Individual Enrolment Links: School specific hyperlinks to ensure accurate voucher allocations.
  • Sample Email Templates: Templates have been provided for both initial information sharing with schools and for schools to use when sending enrolment links to their students.
  • FAQs Document: Tailored to address common questions about MHFA training for health professional students.
  • Promotional Materials: Including a flyer and a social media kit to help spread the word and encourage participation.


Next Steps:

  • Promotion: Please utilise the provided resources to promote the MHFA training to your students. Ensure that each school receives their specific enrolment link to prevent any mix-ups.
  • Encouragement: We encourage all staff to motivate students to take part in this important training, which is designed to enhance their ability to support peers and contribute to a healthier campus environment.


Any queries, please contact executive@cdnm.edu.au


Resources

Becoming a Licensed MHFA Instructor

(University Staff):

  • Applicant Instructions

    A Standard MHFA Instructor for Health Professional Students. Before commencing your application, please carefully read through the linked PDF below, which summarise the application, assessment and enrolment processes.

    Download PDF
  • FAQs for Health Professional Instructor Training

    Below are some general FAQs that cover questions that may arise during your Instructor Training journey.

    Download PDF
  • Upskill Instructions

  • Student FAQs

MHFA Promotion



  • Flyer targeted to Allied Health students (Schools can add their name in open field)

    The Standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA®) for Health Professional Students course teaches health professional students how to provide initial support to a peer or other adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional help is received or the crisis resolves.

    Download PDF
  • Social Media Kit

    Example posts that your university can use or adapt as needed. We have provided a selection of images and copy that you can ‘mix and match’ to best reflect your university’s style and messaging. Update the yellow highlighted text as needed to include your university’s name and medical program.

    Download PDF
  • Course Differences


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