who should do this course?

This course is particularly suitable for parents, teachers, coaches, and youth workers who are working or living with adolescents aged between 12-18 years old.

what is covered?

Throughout this course, you will learn about:

• Adolescent development

• Signs and symptoms of common youth mental health problems (depression, anxiety, psychosis, substance use, and eating disorders)

• Where and how to get help for a young person developing and experiencing mental illness

• Effective treatments for mental health problems

• Mental health crisis situations and how to provide first aid for suicidal thoughts and behaviours, non-suicidal self-harm, panic attacks, traumatic events, severe effects of substance use, severe psychotic states, and aggressive behaviours.

how long is the course?

This is a 14 hour course, which will be delivered via:

• Online modules + 3 x 2.5hr sessions via zoom

how much does it cost?

If you have previously purchased the e-learning, the course is $275 + gst.

If you do not already have the e-learning modules, the course is $350 + gst.

Students are eligible for a 50% discount.