Why Choose Mental Health First Aid
An academic environment presents both exciting opportunities and challenges for students and faculty members. However, these challenges can often lead to mental health concerns that can significantly impact one's focus, productivity, and overall well-being.
In India, it is alarming to note that more than one student dies of suicide every hour, with 34.5% of suicides occurring within the age group of 18-30 years. Furthermore, the onset of mental illness is frequently observed between the ages of 15 and 24.
Given this situation, it becomes crucial to equip students, academics, and staff members with the necessary knowledge and skills to prevent mental health issues in the academic community.
It is essential to ask ourselves: Are we ready? Do we possess the appropriate knowledge and skills to provide initial mental health support? Are we confident in initiating conversations with our students, roommates, and colleagues who may be experiencing crises such as suicidal ideation or panic attacks?
just like physical first aid, learning mental health first aid provides you with the right knowledge and skills to:
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health issues - like depression, anxiety, psychosis, SUDs
- Provide initial support with confidence - Learn and practice the ALGEE Action Plan
- Promote self-care and well-being - learn strategies to manage stress, enhance resilience, and promote positive mental health practices
- Reduce stigma - Address misconceptions about mental health/illness
- Know how to handle a crisis and maybe save a life
Build your knowledge
Get trained through various evidence-based and well-researched programs to become an MHFAider®.
Get the skills
With the right knowledge, you are trained to perform basic 'first aid' for those with mental health distress signs.
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Get support and updated resources to enhance your MHFA™ knowledge and skills.
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Choose a Course
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Standard MHFA
Duration: 12 Hours
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Instructor MHFA Blended Course for Higher Education
Duration: 50 Hours
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Instructor MHFA Standard Course
Duration: 50 Hours
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Blended Mental Health First Aid Course for Higher Education
Duration: 12 Hours
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MHFA Suicide Prevention Course
Duration: 5 Hours
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MHFA Non-Suicidal Self-Injury
Duration: 5 Hours
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Instructor MHFA for Suicide Prevention and NSSI
Duration: 17 Hours
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MHFA Refresher course
Duration: 5 Hours
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Instructor MHFA for Refresher Course
Duration: 6 Hours
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One-Hour Mental Health Awareness
Duration: 1 Hours
What Our Learners Are Saying
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