Standard MHFA Refresher

Practical skills for supporting adults with confidence, clarity, and care

Refresh confidence in supporting adults – with clarity, consistency, and calm conversations.

The Standard Mental Health First Aid Refresher supports previously trained MHFAiders to update knowledge, strengthen practical skills, and extend accreditation in line with Mental Health First Aid requirements.

Introduction:

Over time, guidance evolves and confidence can fade – especially when mental health conversations become more complex or high-stakes.

The Standard MHFA Refresher provides a structured opportunity to revisit core principles, reconnect with the ALGEE Action Plan, and practise responses to real-world scenarios. The course reinforces role clarity, boundaries, and next steps, supporting steady, responsible responses when adults are experiencing mental health challenges.

Why a Standard MHFA Refresher Matters:

  • Confidence is renewed through guided discussion and practice
  • Skills remain aligned with current evidence and guidance
  • Responses stay consistent across teams and workplaces
  • Roles, responsibilities, and escalation pathways are reinforced
  • Accreditation is maintained in line with MHFA requirements

Who This Course Is For:

The Standard MHFA Refresher is designed for people who:

  • Have previously completed the full Standard Mental Health First Aid course
  • Hold current MHFA accreditation

What Participants Revisit:

✓ Updated research and guidance in adult mental health
✓ Confident use of the ALGEE Action Plan
✓ The three key actions when someone may be feeling suicidal
✓ Navigating complex mental health first aid interactions
✓ Practising practical mental health first aid skills

Learning is interactive, discussion-based, and grounded in real workplace contexts, supporting confident and responsible practice.

Delivery Format:

  • Online, instructor-led refresher session
  • Interactive discussion and scenario-based learning
  • Delivered live
  • Duration: 4–5 hours

Accreditation & Certification:

Successful completion extends Standard Mental Health First Aid accreditation for a further three years, in line with Mental Health First Aid requirements.

Participants receive confirmation of renewed accreditation upon completion.

Prerequisite:
To register, participants must provide a copy of their Standard Mental Health First Aid certificate at the time of booking.

Let’s Start the Conversation

If you’re looking to refresh confidence, maintain accreditation, or support your people to respond more effectively to adult mental health concerns, we’d be glad to connect.