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04/01/2022

31/12/2021

Only a few hours before the end of the year.
Looking forward to the new year, new challenges and great achievements.

26/11/2021

Did you know?
Gender Based Violence is associated with poor long-term mental health such as anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

14/11/2021

Our thoughts can be the most powerful ally or greatest enemy.

12/11/2021

Mental Health First Aid in Practice Good mental health – and the concept of what it means to be mentally healthy – has slowly progressed over time from an ideal to a real-world practicality. Today, people in all areas, across communities, workplaces, and schools, are talking openly and practical...

23/10/2021

Work place health and wellbeing is important. Consider becoming a formal Mental Health First Aider for your organisation and contribute in this important area of everyone's life.

We all have a part to play. The first step is register for a course, become accredited, add the skill to your resume, your employer will be pleased to hear this. Following your organisation's policy and procedures, you can be formally appointed Mental Health First Aid Officer.
Registration for November still open, https://mhfa.com.au/courses/public/81699

https://wmhs.com.au/mental-health-fire-alarm/

When someone shouts fire in a workplace, there’s an expectation that a designated person will be able to outline the next steps to manage everyone’s safety.

23/10/2021

Frequently asked question.
Do I get a certificate after the 2 day Standard MHFA course?

Short answer- yes
Long answer- After attending the 2-day training course, delivered by an accredited MHFA Instructor, participants have the option to complete the MHFAider accreditation assessment. The assessment is completed online. If the participant passes the assessment, they will receive a certificate and will become recognised as an accredited MHFAider. Accreditation is valid for 3 years from the date of your MHFA course, and is renewed by completing a short MHFA Refresher Course.

16/10/2021

Registration still open for the November course.

Mental Health First Aid Australia is a national not-for-profit organisation that develops and evaluates training programs and trains and accredits Instructors.

12/10/2021

A reminder to reach out as we celebrate Mental Health week.

11/10/2021

Follow the link for 6 & 13 November 2021 course details
https://mhfa.com.au/courses/public/81699

10/10/2021

2021 theme for mental health week is "Mental health starts with our children"
Some useful tips and resources can be found on https://mentalhealthweek.org.au/