What is a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider)?
Mental Health First Aiders, or MHFAiders, are people who have completed a core Mental Health First Aid training course. They are equipped with the practical skills and confidence to recognise, understand and respond to someone experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis.
MHFAiders join a national network of more than 1 million Mental Health First Aiders ® (MHFAiders®). The MHFAider Network is an online community, designed to connect, celebrate and support MHFAiders across Australia. As part of the MHFAider Network, MHFAiders receive regular email communication, free resources and invitations to live webinars and up-skilling opportunities.
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What is an Accredited MHFAider?
Upon completion of both components of the Standard MHFA for Health Professional Students course, you can complete a short assessment at the end of the course to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider).
Upon successful completion of the assessment, you will be issued a digital Certificate of Accreditation that is valid for 3 years.
Being an Accredited MHFAider demonstrates that an individual has the skills and knowledge to provide Mental Health First Aid.
How do I become an Accredited MHFAider?