At WHS and Training Compliance Solutions, we offer Mental Health First Aid Training through MHFA Australia to help you support someone going through a mental health crisis or showing early signs of struggle. It is much like physical first aid – but for the mind. You’ll learn how to step in with care and confidence until professional help is available or things settle. Our accredited SMHFA Instructors deliver this nationally recognised course across Australia using practical strategies that people can actually use in real-world situations.
Mental Health First Aid Training
FAQ
What is the Duration of the Standard Mental Health First Aid Training?
At WHS and Training Compliance Solutions, we run the Standard Mental Health First Aid Training over two full days face-to-face.
What Will I Learn During the Standard Mental Health First Aid Training?
- The basics of mental health in Australia, how common different conditions are and the ripple effect they have across families, workplaces and communities.
- We cover how to recognise symptoms early (they’re not always obvious) and what you can do to help.
- You will evolve as a mental health expert in Australia to provide assistance to clients.
- You’ll be introduced to ALGEE—a practical step-by-step method that’s been shown to work—and we’ll walk through how to use it in different situations.
- You will learn how to provide mental health first aid during mental illness.
- We will make you aware of the importance of first aid in a crisis.
- You will get information on suicidal thoughts and depression and how they are treated and supported through mental health first aid.
- We cover the basics of mental health treatments for anxiety, panic attacks, and traumatic experiences.
- You will get an overview of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and psychosis mental health treatments in Brisbane, Australia.
- Our instructors talk through mental health treatment and support for drug and alcohol abuse.
- We will provide you with helpful resources.
What is Included in the Standard Mental Health First Aid?
Here are the things included.
- Course manual
- A MHFA accreditation certificate
The course is nationally certified by MHFA Australia.
What is the Cost of the Training?
The cost is $334, including GST.
At WHS and Training Compliance Solutions, we know how quickly things can spiral in a busy workplace when mental health isn’t taken seriously. That’s why we offer MHFA training that helps managers respond early when someone on the team starts to struggle (and many do each year).
This course gives leaders more than just awareness. Through our classes, they learn how to spot warning signs, offer the right kind of support and guide their team members to help when it’s needed most. It builds stronger teams and a safer work culture—and that flows through to better performance and less time lost to stress-related leave.
Our MHFA training doesn’t skim the surface. The program includes real scenarios and practical tools for managing crisis moments and supporting staff long-term. We cover everything from anxiety and depression to trauma and substance misuse, all through a lens that makes sense for the workplace.
When your managers complete these classes, they don’t just walk away with skills. They receive national certification, a more profound sense of confidence and a better understanding of how to create a supportive environment (where people can speak up instead of staying quiet).
To get started, just register for one of our upcoming classes. Every MHFA participant who completes the training receives certification and ongoing resources. You can view our calendar and register directly on our site.
Make mental health part of the way you lead. Register today, and let’s build workplaces where people feel seen, heard and supported.
Mental Illness in Australia: Understanding and Support
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, a 2022 survey showed that about two in five people aged 16 to 85 are living with some form of mental illness. The most common are anxiety conditions, mood disorders and substance-related issues. These are not rare or far-off struggles. They show up in everyday life—in workplaces, families and communities—sometimes quietly, sometimes all at once.
Mental illness influences the way in which people act and relate to others. In many cases it remains undiagnosed for years (even though the signs are there). When left unchecked, it can lead to bigger issues like housing loss, physical illness, job instability or school dropout. For some people, the hardest part is not the illness itself but the silence around it. Misunderstanding and judgment stop them from getting help early.
At WHS and Training Compliance Solutions, we know how often people find themselves supporting someone through a mental health challenge. Our training helps you be ready. Through the Standard MHFA course—delivered in Brisbane and based on national guidelines—you’ll learn how to step in with the right kind of support until professional help takes over.
Our training is practical and people-focused. You’ll walk away with real strategies, not just theory. This course includes a nationally recognised training certification, so you’ll know what to do in a crisis and how to support recovery long-term.
If you’re in Australia, especially near Brisbane, this is your chance to build those skills. We invite you to learn with us at WHS and Training Compliance Solutions and make a real difference in someone’s life.
What are the Reasons to Attend Standard MHFA Training Courses?
To truly support someone living with mental health challenges, we need the right knowledge and practical skills (it’s not always obvious what to do). That is where Mental Health First Aid training plays an important role. At WHS and Training Compliance Solutions, we deliver MHFA courses based on the official guidelines used across Australia.
Our MHFA programs give you tools that help in real life—like how to spot early signs and how to respond in a calm and supportive way. Through this training, we’re building a shared sense of responsibility. By learning together, we create safer, more compassionate spaces for people affected by mental illness. That’s something we all benefit from.
Mental Health First Aid Training Courses for Managers and Workplace Awareness
In our mental health training courses, participants build a solid grasp of the signs and symptoms tied to depression, anxiety, psychosis and substance use disorder. They also learn how to offer early support to someone who might be developing a mental health issue or going through a crisis (which isn’t always easy to spot). Our objective is to ensure that participants build a good understanding of several mental health illnesses.
With our evidence-based training at WHS and Training Compliance Solutions, you get practical instruction on the MHFA action plan—how to step in, what to say, when to act and where to help in different types of situations.
We shape our courses with the workplace in mind. They’re built for managers, leaders and teams who want real skills that apply at work. That way, we’re not just ticking boxes—we’re helping create workplaces where people feel safe, heard and supported.
Note that this mental health first aid training involves various aspects. We cover a range of severe scenarios like suicidal thinking, self-injury, panic attacks, psychotic episodes, drug and alcohol effects, and aggressive outbursts. Our mental health training shows managers how to respond without panic, and how to keep someone stable until proper help arrives. At WHS and Training Compliance Solutions, we believe awareness at the top leads to better support for everyone—and it starts with practical action at the moment.
The Benefits of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training for Managers
At WHS and Training Compliance Solutions, we train managers to step in early when someone’s struggling. Our MHFA training helps them spot the signs of mental health problems and respond with calm, clear support. It is practical knowledge they can use instantly.
Boosted Awareness: Managers learn how to walk beside someone through hard times (and help them get back on their feet). It’s not about being a therapist; it’s about showing care and knowing what to do.
Eliminates Stigma: This training brings a fundamental shift in how people see mental illness. Awareness goes up. Stigma comes down. Workplaces feel safer.
Identification of Mental Health Problems: Managers get better at noticing what’s often invisible. They learn to recognise quiet changes, strange behaviour, and things that are unusual.
Comprehensive Support: When help is hard to find, they can step in with the right words and actions—until proper support becomes available.
Participants' Feedback on MHFA Training
Seb made the room feel easy from the start. She gave everyone a chance to speak, which made the group chats feel real as well as respectful. Her warm and open style helped even the quiet ones feel safe enough to speak up. You could tell she knew the material well by the way she explained things. I would definitely say to my friends or workmates to do this course.
“Sebnem was the kind of instructor who made you want to listen. She had that rare mix of knowledge and kindness. She held the group’s attention the whole time and used simple activities that really helped bring the content to life.”
“Seb brought a calm and kind energy into the room. She really knew her stuff and explained it in a way that felt down-to-earth. What stayed with me was how much she cared about how people were feeling. She made sure no one felt overwhelmed, and that made it easier to take in the heavier parts without shutting down.”
“Seb made learning feel safe. Her warmth helped everyone relax and open up.”
“Sebnem knew what she was talking about but never made it feel like a lecture. She was warm and easy to follow. The way she ran the session—with honest conversation and real-life examples—made the whole day feel valuable.”
Mental Health First Aid Course Locations in Brisbane
We are providing Standard Mental Health First Aid Training courses in Brisbane and Brendale, Australia. Here is what to know.
Brisbane CBD
George Williams Hotel
George Street, Brisbane, Queensland 4003
Brendale
6/211 Leitchs Road
Queensland 4500
