Blended Youth Mental Health First Aid Course

Blended YMHFA

Every young person deserves to thrive – and sometimes, they need a little extra support. The Blended Youth Mental Health First Aid Course equips you with the knowledge and skills to be the difference for an adolescent facing a mental health challenge.

Here’s what you’ll gain:

  • Confidence: Learn to recognise signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions in young people, from anxiety and depression to self-harm and suicidal thoughts.
  • Clarity: Understand a practical, evidence-based Action Plan to guide your response in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
  • Compassion: Develop effective communication skills to listen actively, offer support, and help young people access appropriate professional help.
  • Empowerment: Gain the tools to navigate challenging conversations and create a safe space for emotional wellbeing.

Why is this course different?

  • Blended Learning: Combine flexible online modules with interactive live sessions for a comprehensive and engaging experience.
  • Evidence-Based: Drawing on the expertise of both mental health professionals and individuals with lived experience, this course ensures relevant and effective strategies.
  • Action-Oriented: Develop practical skills you can use immediately to support struggling youth and advocate for their mental health needs.

Who is this course for?

  • Educators and school staff: Create a safe and supportive learning environment for students facing mental health challenges.
  • Youth workers and counsellors: Enhance your skills to guide and empower young people on their journey to emotional wellbeing.
  • Community leaders and advocates: Play a vital role in building a more supportive and inclusive environment for youth mental health.

Gain insights into adolescent development, understanding the emotional and social changes teenagers undergo. The course introduces a 5-step ALGEE action plan, offering a practical framework to recognise signs, listen non-judgmentally, provide help and support, encourage professional assistance, and maintain a crucial connection. With scenario practice conversations, you’ll apply your knowledge to simulated situations, boosting your confidence in assisting young people. 

Mental health problems covered:

  • Depression 
  • Anxiety
  • Eating disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Substance use problems

Mental health crises covered:

  • Suicidal thoughts and behaviours.
  • Non-suicidal self-injury
  • Panic attacks
  • Traumatic events
  • Severe psychotic states
  • Severe effects from alcohol or other drug use
  • Aggressive behaviours.

Note: This course is not a therapy or a support group

Blended Mental Health First Aid Courses are an alternate delivery pathway for the 14-hour Youth Mental Health First Aid Course (for adults assisting young people). Blended MHFA Courses include two components:

Course Component 1

A self-paced eLearning component (approx 4-hours). It contains 10 modules. You must complete the eLearning before component 2. You get an eLearning certificate on completion.

Course Component 2

An Instructor-led component using video conferencing 3 sessions of 2.5 hours each.

For further information, please email [email protected] or view our course calendar for Blended YMHFA course dates. For group bookings, please contact us as we are able to provide a discounted rate for groups.