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Levels 1–3
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Mental Health Training
Practical mental health awareness and support training across three levels. Build the confidence to recognise when someone is struggling, start a supportive conversation, and guide them toward the right help.
Course overview
CPR First Aid offers a Youth Mental Health Awareness and Support Training course. While not nationally recognised, this course nonetheless stands as an effective mental health learning tool. This 6 to 8 hour fully online course priced at $195 allows teachers, parents, youth workers in recognising early warning signs, familiarising themselves with common conditions, and responding to mental health crises.
Course at a glance
| Price | from $65 |
| Duration | Flexible |
| Delivery mode | Online theory + in-class practical |
| Certificate | Same day |
| Prerequisites | None — open to everyone |
| Units of competency | Nationally recognised unit of competency |
| Provider | CPR First Aid — RTO 21903 |
| Recognition | Statement of Attainment |
What you’ll learn
- Recognising the signs of common mental health conditions
- Starting and holding a supportive, non-judgemental conversation
- Responding to someone in distress or crisis
- Reducing stigma in your workplace and community
- Connecting people to professional help and resources
- Looking after your own wellbeing and setting boundaries
Who is it for?
Managers, HR and team leaders, educators, community and care workers, and anyone wanting to better support colleagues, friends or family.
What’s included
How it works
Enrol online
Secure your place in a couple of minutes and get instant access to the online learning portal.
Complete the modules at your pace
Work through the self-paced modules anytime, anywhere — on a computer, tablet or smartphone.
Get your certificate by email
Finish the short assessment and your certificate will be emailed to you within 2 business hours.
“Best first aid course I’ve done. The trainer made CPR genuinely easy to remember and I walked out with my certificate the same day.”
Sarah M. · Provide First Aid · Melbourne CBD
“Great value and a really engaging trainer who kept the whole room involved. Will be back for my refresher.”
Jackson R. · Provide First Aid · Brisbane City
Who Needs the Youth Mental Health Awareness and Support Training Course?
| Occupation or Requirement | Is This Course Suitable? |
|---|---|
| Teachers | Yes |
| Parents | Yes |
| Carers | Yes |
| People who work with the youth | Yes |
Why Choose CPR First Aid Training
Australia’s most trusted first aid training
Nationally recognised
RTO 21903. Accepted by employers Australia-wide.
Same-day certificate
Walk out qualified — no waiting weeks for paperwork.
Best price guaranteed
Find it cheaper elsewhere and we’ll beat it.
20+ years’ experience
Learn from trainers who’ve been teaching since 2007, not slideshows.
FAQ
Mental Health Training — common questions
Which First Aid Course Do I Need?
The right course is largely dependent on a person’s needs. When people think about “first aid courses”, they usually associate it with physical first aid such as injuries or body illnesses. For this, courses like HLTAID011 and HLTAID012 are a good fit. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is the standard first aid qualification required for most Australian workplaces. It is a comprehensive course that builds a strong first aid foundation. If you work in a childcare, early learning, or education and care environment, you may require HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting. The other side of the coin is mental health first aid. While HLTAID012 caters to the physical side, the Youth Mental Health Awareness and Support Training course is meant for the mental side. If you are working with or caring for adolescents facing mental health challenges, this course is an ideal pick.
How Often Do I Need to Renew the Youth Mental Health Awareness and Support Training Course?
This course is not a nationally recognised course. As such, there is no set duration for renewal. However, participants can retake the course whenever they feel like refreshing their knowledge.
What Additional Topics and Skills Are Included in This Course?
This Youth Mental Health course builds a strong foundation for mental health first aid. Apart from an Introduction to Mental Health, other topics include: Common Conditions (Depression, Anxiety, Psychosis, Substance Use) Recognising Early Warning Signs Providing Support and Having Conversations Mental Health Crisis Response Reducing Stigma and Creating Safe Communities
Is There a Practical Component to This Course?
No. This self-paced course is done entirely online. Upon enrolment, learners are sent access to the online portal where the course is accessed.
How Often Do I Need to Renew the Adult Mental Health Awareness & Support Training Course – Foundations (Level 1)?
This course is not a nationally recognised course. As such, there is no set duration for renewal. However, participants can retake the course whenever they feel like refreshing their knowledge.
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