Mental Health First Aid is a nationally recognised training program that teaches everyday people — not clinicians — how to recognise when someone is struggling and how to help.
The course was developed in Australia and is now used in more than 25 countries worldwide. More than 6 million people have completed MHFA training.
MHFA gives site managers, forepersons and supervisors the confidence to:
✔ Spot the signs of depression, anxiety, burnout and suicidal thoughts
✔ Start a supportive conversation without saying the wrong thing
✔ Know when and how to connect someone with professional help
✔ Respond calmly and effectively in a mental health crisis
Every MHFA course teaches the ALGEE Action Plan — a practical, evidence-based framework that participants can use when someone on their crew is clearly not okay.
Across the two-day MHFA program participants learn how to:
✔ Recognise the signs and symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use problems and suicidal thoughts
✔ Have confident and supportive conversations
✔ Respond effectively in a mental health crisis
✔ Apply the ALGEE Action Plan
✔ Guide someone towards professional support
✔ Reduce stigma and help create a mentally healthier workplace