Mental Health First Aid Training

An internationally accredited training and an essential workplace skill.

1 in 5 people experience mental illness each year.

Mental health is everyone’s business.

What People And Organisations Are Saying:

“The course was wonderful; it covered topics that felt like it empowered me to use both at work and in my daily life. Thanks Ness”

— Racing Victoria participant

“Vanessa was an excellent facilitator, she made the learning environment comfortable and safe and balanced the content Vs activities well, I would strongly recommend Vanessa as an instructor.”

— TaskForce participant

“Ness was very knowledgeable, open and friendly. She made the experience interactive, was able to answer all questions given to her, and also made it fun and provided breaks and debrief space following the more heavy topics

— Turning Point participant

Why it’s Needed:

Burnout, stress, and mental health challenges are increasing across workplaces, impacting engagement, wellbeing, and retention.

Mental Health First Aid training equips staff with the skills to recognise early signs of distress and respond with confidence and care — whether supporting colleagues or members of the public.

Investing in this training strengthens psychological safety, reduces stigma, and demonstrates a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing, while building a more resilient, capable workforce.

Training Options :

Standard Training

2 Full days (7 hours each)

or 4 half days (3.5 hours)

Face to Face delivery - On Site

Blended Training

7 hour - Self Directed Online

1 Full day - Face to Face

Course Content:

  • Mental health fundamentals and early intervention

  • The MHFA Action Plan

  • Depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and suicide conversations

  • Traumatic event support

  • Psychosis and substance use concerns

  • Practical tools for complex situations

What I Bring to the Space

Ever wondered what it’s really like to support someone through a mental health crisis — not just in theory, but in real life?

I’ve spent years working in mental health hospitals, addiction and rehab settings, prisons, and private practice — sitting in rooms where conversations were raw, complex, and human.

I wanted to bring this experience into workplaces as a preventative measure: supporting people to be one step ahead, equipped with the tools and understanding needed to navigate mental health with confidence and care.

Because of the breadth of my experience across multiple settings, I work closely with you to tailor the training to your organisation’s unique context and needs.