Provide Mental Health Support
Non-accredited training — this offering does not issue a nationally recognised statement of attainment.
About this course
This course is uniquely tailored to provide comprehensive education on mental health, fostering resilience and offering practical strategies for managing the mental health impacts.
This course is a concise and efficient short course that offers a practical solution for individuals seeking to understand the basics of or enhance their mental health support skills. Its streamlined format saves valuable time, allowing you to gain essential knowledge and skills without a significant time commitment.
You will learn to recognise signs and symptoms of mental health concerns and respond effectively, providing crucial support until professional help is available.
This course is intended to provide participants with the following general education outcomes:
- Empowering participants with the knowledge and skills to understand concepts of mental health and recognise the physical, behavioural and psychological signs indicating a change in mental wellness
- Address immediate safety concerns
- Know how to respond to an emerging crisis to keep a person safe and where to seek immediate help
Units Delivered
The following units will be included in your certificate:
Non-accredited - Provide Mental Health Support
Course Delivery
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at
facility organised by the training provider.
Course Durations
Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
Face-to-Face face-to-face contact time of at least 2 Hours
Online with face-to-face assessment face-to-face contact time of at least 1 Hour
Entry Requirements
Online study options: students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online studies.
Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical tasks.
Certificate Renewal Requirements
This certificate does not require renewal
Assessment Activities
Practical task demonstrations:
- Scenario 1 - Provide Support for a mental health concern
- Scenario 2 - Provide Support for a mental health crisis
Knowledge Check: A written assessment consisting of ten (10) multiple-choice questions.
Online option
This topic also has an online offer. Delivery and assessment requirements differ by mode; check the online course details before enrolling.
View Non-Accredited - Mental Health Support online and enrol
Bookings and enquiries
View current course details and enquire in Training Desk
For scheduled dates, delivery locations or a workplace group booking, contact Safe Act or call 1300 712 220. Fees and availability are confirmed at booking.