Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid Course

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid is a 14-hour course which teaches first aid skills for mental health crisis situations and the early stages of mental health problems
 
This two day course is available to non-government organisations and members of the local community
 
Where:       CJ Greenfield Hall, Freeman Rd, Inala
 
When:         Monday 27 and Tuesday 28 February 2012 
 
Cost:           Free but  REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL 
 
For further information or to obtain a registration form, contact: Ali Mclaughlin,Community Mental Health; Ph: 3405 3596
 
Further information is also available at: http://www.mhfa.com.au/cms/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-course-information
 
 
Menta l Health First Aid is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis.
The first aid is given until appropriate professional treatment is received or until the crisis resolves.
The Mental Health First Aid course is a scientifically-evaluated program which improves the mental health knowledge, skills and attitudes of participants.