Aboriginal Mental Health First Aid Training – Broome

Do you want to learn how to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults who are experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis?

The 14-hour Aboriginal Mental Health First Aid course teaches any adult how to provide initial support to an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander adult who is experiencing a mental health concern or crisis, until professional help is received or the crisis resolves.

You can make a real difference in a person’s life – or even save their life.

This course is based on evidence from the expert consensus of Aboriginal mental health professionals, many of whom also have lived experience of mental health concerns.

You will learn how to recognise developing mental health concerns, such as:

• Anxiety disorders
• Depression
• Alcohol and drug concerns
• Psychosis

How to assist during a mental health crisis, such as:

• Panic attack
• Traumatic event
• Self harm, suicidal thoughts & behaviour
• Aggressive behaviour
• Severe effects from alcohol and drug use

Course details

When
Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 February   |   8.30am – 4.30pm
Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 March   |   8.30am – 4.30pm
Wednesday 8 and Thursday 9 June   |   8.30am – 4.30pm
Thursday 21 and Friday 22 July   |   8.30am – 4.30pm

Where
Broome HelpingMinds Office, 1/50 Dampier Terrace, Broome WA

Cost
Free   |   Registration essential   |   Meals provided

Register your interest using the form below, or for more information call us on 1800 811 747 or email cyfs@helpingminds.org.au   

Register HERE