Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
is a nationally recognised
program designed to build confidence, clarity, and practical skills in supporting mental health. The training equips individuals and groups with the knowledge and skills to recognise early signs of mental health challenges and to respond appropriately to a friend, family member, colleague, or another adult experiencing a mental health problem or crisis.
Mental First Aid Training
Around 1 in 5 Australian adults experience a common mental health challenge each year. Completing a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course gives you the confidence and practical skills to support a friend, family member, colleague, or community member when they need it most.
MHFA is about knowing how to notice the early signs, how to start a supportive conversation, and how to respond calmly and effectively if someone is struggling or in crisis. These skills can make a meaningful difference! Often before professional support is in place.
The course teaches an evidence-based action plan to help people who are:
Developing a mental health challenge such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, substance use concerns, or eating disorders (youth course only)
Experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health condition
Going through a mental health crisis
You will learn how to provide support until appropriate professional help is accessed or the situation stabilises.
This course is not a vocational qualification.
Accreditation is provided by Mental Health First Aid Australia, ensuring the training meets national standards and best practice.
At NeuroNavigators, we see Mental Health First Aid as a powerful way to build safer, more connected, and more compassionate communities!
Where people feel supported, understood, and not alone.
What the research shows
MHFA training has been studied extensively. These are the outcomes participants consistently report.
Less stigma
More compassionate, informed attitudes toward mental illness — in yourself and the people around you.
Deeper knowledge
A clearer picture of how mental health challenges develop, how treatment works, and what a helpful first response looks like.
Willingness to act
A stronger pull toward checking in, listening without fixing, and reaching out when someone seems to be struggling.
Real confidence
The skills and steadiness to respond well when someone is in distress or experiencing a mental health crisis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions?
Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and apply.
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The 12-hour MHFA course can be delivered in one of three flexible formats:
• Face-to-face: Two full-day sessions (2 × 6 hours)
• Blended face-to-face: Self-paced eLearning (5–7 hours) followed by a 4-hour in-person session
• Blended online: Self-paced eLearning (5–7 hours) followed by two 2.5-hour live online sessionsAll sessions are delivered by an MHFA-trained and licensed instructor.
Blended options include tailored eLearning for either workplace settings (supporting staff or colleagues) or community settings (supporting adults more broadly).
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Suitable for individuals, workplaces of all sizes and volunteer and community-based groups.
Any adult (aged 18+) can attend.
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We offer a free consultation and quote session so that we can truly tailor the services to you!
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
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NeuroNavigators provides a suite of specialist services designed to support individuals, organisations and communities through a neurodiversity-affirming lens. Services include:
Clinical and Peer Support
• Individual support for people living with neurodivergence, including navigation of strengths, challenges and system engagement.
• Peer-led mentoring and connection programs to foster belonging and self-advocacy.Workshops and Training
• Evidence-based workshops on topics such as Neurodiversity 101, communication strategies, executive functioning skills, and workplace inclusion.
• Interactive professional development sessions for educators, health professionals and community groups.Corporate & Organisational Education
• Tailored training for managers and teams to build psychologically safe, inclusive environments that value neurodivergent perspectives.
• Consultation on inclusive recruitment, retention and reasonable adjustments.Online Community & Resources
• Curated digital resources, toolkits and discussion forums to support ongoing learning and connection.
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NeuroNavigators takes a strengths-based, neuro-affirming approach that recognises neurodiversity as an asset, not something that needs to be fixed. We focus on helping people understand how they think, communicate and navigate the world and how to build systems around them that actually work.
What sets us apart is our holistic approach. We support individuals, workplaces and communities, rather than working in isolation. This means practical support for everyday life, alongside education that helps others create more inclusive, supportive environments.
Our work is grounded in lived experience, real-world application and evidence-based practice. We prioritise practical strategies people can use straight away, from communication tools and self-advocacy skills to workplace adjustments and wellbeing supports.
Above all, NeuroNavigators is about connection, empowerment and clarity. We meet people where they are, help them make sense of their experiences, and support them to move forward with confidence.
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Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
• Identify common signs and indicators of mental health challenges in adults
• Use a practical, evidence-based action plan to start supportive mental health conversations
• Understand common barriers to help-seeking and how to respond to them
• Recognise and assess mental health crises and provide appropriate initial support
• Develop a clear understanding of mental health prevalence, impacts, risk factors, and available treatments and supports
• Apply effective self-care strategies to support their role as a Mental Health First Aider -
You can complete the short assessment at the end of a course to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider).
Accreditations are valid for 3 years.