First Wave Training, Education & Consultancy.

03/02/2024

Learn more about the benefits of embedding Mental Health First Aid training in your workplace, community, school or tertiary institution.

18/01/2024

16/01/2024

A terrific initiative by headspace. A way for you to chat to a mental health professional about the well-being of a young person in your life.

Have you heard about eheadspace? It's a safe, free and confidential place to chat about the mental health and wellbeing of your young person.

Create an account to chat to a mental health clinician via webchat or email, or give us a call on 1800 650 890 (no registration required).

https://bit.ly/3RiDIdU

16/01/2024

People with anxiety disorders often experience intense and excessive fear and worry that causes problems in their family, social, school and work life. But anxiety disorders can be treated!

Here's what you need to know ⬇️

16/01/2024

Youth Mental Health First Aid Course - February 15 & 16 in Cairns. Book today.

Do you work with Youth? Would you know what to do if a young person or a person in your care was experiencing Mental Illness or a crisis? Mental health matters. As a licensed instructor of Mental Health First Aid Australia, we are proud to offer the Youth Mental Health First Aid course. Our program....

16/01/2024

Cairns own Youth Mental Health First Aid Course - February 15 & 16.

Youth Mental Health First Aid equips adults who teach, care for, or support young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to recognise, understand and respond to a young person experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis.

Adolescence is a time of important change and development. It is also a time when mental health problems such as depression and anxiety emerge. Being equipped with the right tools can make a world of difference. That's why we're inviting YOU to embark on a transformative journey by undertaking a Youth Mental Health First Aid Course!

WHY JOIN?
1️⃣ Learn to Recognise Signs: Spot the early signs of mental health challenges in youth.
2️⃣ Build Empathy: Develop the skills to offer support and understanding.
3️⃣ Be a Lifeline: Gain confidence to assist someone in crisis.
4️⃣ Smash the Stigma: Contribute to creating a supportive community.
Date: Thursday 15th & Friday 16th February 2024
Time: 8.30am – 4.30pm daily
Venue: Surf Life Saving Queensland, Regional Office, 197 Leisure Park Drive, Smithfield Queensland 4878, Australia.

Let's foster a community of compassion and understanding and help our youth to recognise their unique potential.

If your organisation or someone you know would benefit from undertaking this course, please share this with them.

Do you work with Youth? Would you know what to do if a young person or a person in your care was experiencing Mental Illness or a crisis? Mental health matters. As a licensed instructor of Mental Health First Aid Australia, we are proud to offer the Youth Mental Health First Aid course. Our program....

06/01/2024

06/01/2024

Learn more about the benefits of embedding Mental Health First Aid training in your workplace, community, school or tertiary institution.

06/01/2024

A Youth Mental Health First Aid Course equips adults who teach, care for, or support young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to recognise, understand and respond to a young person experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis.

INTERVENE EARLY
Recognise the warning signs of mental health problems in young people.

OFFER SUPPORT
Learn the skills to have an open, supportive conversation about mental health.

RESPOND IN A CRISIS
Respond across a range of crisis situations where a young person may be at risk of harm.

REDUCE STIGMA
Reduce stigma and increase support for young people experiencing and living with mental health problems.

Complete a Youth Mental Health First Aid course now with your Mental Health First Aid Australia Licenced Instructor, First Wave Training. Education. Consultancy. and become a Youth Mental Health First Aider.

Tailored Private Courses available for groups of 6 or more and monthly public course dates also available for individuals and small groups.