Mental Health First Aid - Refresher

Refresh your Mental Health First Aid knowledge, update your skills and maintain confidence supporting others’ mental health. The Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Refresher course is designed for people who are already accredited Mental Health First Aiders and want to keep their knowledge, skills and confidence up to date. This course revisits key mental health concepts and the Mental Health First Aid action plan, while incorporating current information about mental health, crisis response and support pathways. You’ll have the opportunity to refresh your understanding of common mental health problems and strengthen your ability to respond effectively when someone needs support. Completing a refresher course is an essential part of maintaining your Mental Health First Aid accreditation and continuing to provide safe, evidence‑based support to others. Eligibility and entry requirements To enrol in this course, you must be aged 18 years or older, and be one of the following: • an Australian citizen or permanent resident • a New Zealand citizen • the holder of a permanent humanitarian visa • an eligible temporary visa holder as defined in the CIT Admission and Enrolment Policy. • all participants must have completed a full MHFA course and accreditation assessment within the last 3 years (you will need to provide a copy of your Certificate of Accreditation to the Instructor prior to the training. You can access a copy via your Mental Health First Aid Account). Delivery mode • Face-to-face course delivered on-campus (4 hours) What you will learn • Refreshed knowledge of common mental health problems in adults • Updates on mental health risk factors, supports and treatments • Review and application of the Mental Health First Aid action plan • Skills to assess and respond to mental health crisis situations • Strategies to overcome barriers to help‑seeking • Approaches to providing initial support until professional help is available • Reinforced confidence in your role as a Mental Health First Aider. Who this course is for • Current accredited Mental Health First Aiders wanting to refresh their knowledge and skills • People whose MHFA accreditation is due for renewal within the three‑year period • Individuals supporting others in workplaces, community or volunteer environments • Those wanting to stay informed about current mental health knowledge and supports • Anyone seeking renewed confidence in applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan.