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Mental Health First Aid

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Course:

Mental Health First Aid

Duration:

2 Days

Locations:

Blacktown Campbelltown Hills District St Marys

Price:

$345 Book Now Course Dates Group Bookings Agency Booking

Course description:

Mental Health first aid training follows a similar path to the more conventional First Aid Training wherein you learn how to provide initial support to others who may be experiencing a mental health problem until appropriate professional help is available.

Catch Training’s MHFA course is fully accredited by MHFA Australia and delivered by a trainer also fully accredited by MHFAA

Course content:

  • Identify indicators of mental health issues in your colleagues, coworkers and friends
  • Acquire the necessary abilities to engage in an open and supportive dialogue regarding mental health
  • Effectively respond to various crisis scenarios where an adult may be vulnerable.
  • Decrease the stigma and enhance support for those confronting and managing mental health challenges

Course outcome:

Successful participants receive certification and become accredited Mental Health First Aid providers

Entry requirements:

Minimum age 18 years

What to bring:

  • You must bring one form of photo identification. Ideally an Australian driver’s licence or your passport.
  • Please bring a pen.
  • Please arrive 15-minutes before the scheduled start time so that your Catch Training facilitator can check your ID and sign you in.

This is a full 2-day course

Workplace safety resources

Put your training into practice.

Useful official guidance to help you apply your learning at work.

Support people. Address workplace risks.

  • Psychosocial hazards can arise from workloads, unclear roles, poor support, bullying, violence and the way work is organised.
  • SafeWork NSW advises employers to consult workers, identify hazards and control risks through suitable work design and systems.
  • Mental Health First Aid can support conversations and help-seeking. It does not, by itself, fulfil an employer’s duty to manage psychosocial risks.

Summarised from SafeWork NSW guidance. Reviewed 21 October 2026. Follow the official links for full requirements and current information.

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Your questions, answered

Course FAQs

Practical answers to help you choose, prepare and book with confidence. Check your selected class and confirmation for the final details.

Choosing your course

How is Mental Health First Aid different from physical First Aid?

It focuses on initial supportive responses to mental health difficulties rather than the physical first aid skills assessed in CPR or Provide First Aid.

Does it qualify me as a counsellor or clinician?

No. It is not a clinical qualification, diagnosis service or substitute for professional mental health care.

What does the retained course describe?

Learning to recognise concerns, communicate supportively, reduce stigma and respond appropriately while professional support is sought.

Is MHFA accreditation the same as a national VET unit?

They are different systems. Ask Catch to confirm the exact course, instructor accreditation and participant outcome for the session being offered.

What age requirement does the retained page list?

The retained course page lists a minimum age of 18. Confirm the current course eligibility and suitability before booking.

What if I am concerned about sensitive course content?

Contact Catch before enrolling to discuss the learning activities and available support. You do not need to disclose personal clinical details in a general website enquiry.

Is this an emergency support service?

No. Course enquiries are not monitored as a crisis service. If someone is in immediate danger, contact emergency services rather than waiting for a training enquiry response.

Getting ready & assessment

How do I check the course duration and delivery format?

Use the course summary and the exact class selected in secure booking. A listed class duration may not include pre-work, breaks, later assessment or additional bundle components.

What should I do before attending?

Read your booking confirmation and pre-course information. Complete any required preparation, check the venue and arrival time, and contact us early if a link or instruction is missing.

What ID and materials should I bring?

Follow the instructions for your specific course. Bring the required identification and any listed materials. Regulated courses such as White Card can require more than one photo ID.

Do I need a USI?

A Unique Student Identifier is generally needed for nationally recognised training, subject to applicable exemptions. Keep your name consistent across enrolment and identification, and use our USI information page if you need help.

Can I get learning, language or accessibility support?

Contact Catch before paying so we can discuss the course demands and available support. Adjustments must remain consistent with the required training and assessment outcome; support is not an automatic exemption.

What if I cannot complete an assessment activity?

Tell the trainer or contact the team as early as possible. Ask about the applicable support and reassessment arrangements. We cannot promise a pass, a free reassessment or removal of mandatory requirements.

Can someone under 18 enrol?

Age rules differ by course. Confirm eligibility with Catch before booking, including any parent or guardian consent and restrictions that may apply to work after training.

Bookings, payments & certificates

How do I find current course dates and locations?

Use Find dates and book to view live availability, then check the exact venue, date and time before paying. Not every course runs at every Catch location.

What if no suitable class appears?

Contact the team about future dates or a group enquiry. A retained course page is not proof that a public class is currently scheduled, and a preferred date is not confirmed until accepted.

How much does the course cost?

The selected class or bundle in secure booking shows the current price. Check all inclusions and any applicable terms before payment; group pricing is quoted separately.

Can I use Afterpay or an organisation invoice?

Afterpay is available where offered at checkout and subject to provider eligibility and terms. Organisations can discuss invoicing with Catch. Neither option is automatic for every course or booking.

Can an employer or employment provider arrange training?

Yes. Use our organisation and group-training enquiry pathways to discuss participant numbers, courses, timing and billing. Individual learners must still meet the relevant enrolment and assessment requirements.

Can Catch deliver training at our workplace?

Discuss the location, facilities, group size and course requirements first. Suitable onsite delivery, timing and trainer availability must be confirmed before a group booking is agreed.

How do I change or cancel a booking?

Contact Catch with your name, course, booked date and reference. Read the refund and booking conditions before making other plans. A request is not a confirmed change; conditions and fees may apply.

When will I receive my certificate or completion record?

The timing and document depend on the course. Required assessment and enrolment checks must be completed first; regulator-issued cards can have separate processing steps. Confirm timing with Catch if you have an employment deadline.

What if my certificate is missing or has an error?

Contact student support with your name, course, attendance date and booking reference if available. Explain the issue without sending identity documents through a general enquiry; follow the team’s instructions for verification.

Still have a question?

Speak to the Catch Training team on 02 8007 3427, or visit our student help centre.

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