blended online mhfa for tertiary students.
The course teaches tertiary students how to assist a fellow student who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Designed for increased flexibility, Blended Online Mental Health First is a combination of self-paced learning and Instructor-led video conferencing.
who should attend this course?
This course is designed for tertiary students (e.g. University & TAFE students).
what is covered?
This course consists of two components:
Component 1 – Self-paced interactive eLearning (5-7 hours)
The eLearning course component presents an overview of mental health problems (depression, anxiety, eating disorders, psychosis and substance use problems) and mental health crises (suicidal thoughts and behaviours, non-suicidal self-injury, panic attacks, traumatic events, severe psychotic states, severe effects from alcohol or other drug use and aggressive behaviour.)
Component 2 – Instructor-led videoconferencing (2 x 2.5 hour sessions)
The Instructor-led video conferencing component provides the opportunity to:
Revise the eLearning content and the MHFA Action Plan
Clarify any points of uncertainty remaining after completion of the eLearning modules
Apply the MHFA Action Plan to relevant scenarios
Discuss and reflect 'a where to from now' in using mental health first aid skills
Develop a self-care plan to maintain good mental health.
Both course components of the course are to be completed within a 3-month period.
how long is the course?
This is a 10-12 hour course (5-7 hours eLearning and 2x 2.5 hour instructor-led videoconferencing).