Youth Mental Health First Aid

YMHFA – Full Course

September 2026

Come along to Youth Mental Health First Aid training where you’ll learn:

• The difference between normal adolescent development and a developing mental health problem
• How to have open conversations with young people
• Signs and symptoms of possible mental health problems
• Where to seek further help.

Over 2 face-to-face sessions—plus approx. 5 hours of self-directed online learning—you’ll learn all the above, receive take home resources, meet other parents, and enjoy a delicious meal.

Details regarding accessing the online components of the course will be emailed to participants after booking.

Course date/times:

5pm to 9pm | Monday 7 and 14 September 2026 (must attend both sessions)

Venue: Civic Centre, Castlemaine

Cost: $140 (includes dinner)

Contact: Shannon Lacy | 5471 1826 | youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au

Deadline for bookings is 24 August, 2026.

YMHFA REFRESHER COURSE 

MAY 2026

This refresher course allows people who have completed a 14-hour Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course to improve their knowledge and skills.

For Accredited MHFAiders, this course offers an opportunity to extend their accreditation for a further 3 years.

THIS COURSE WILL HELP YOU:

• Gain an understanding of the latest research in the mental health field
• Learn the 3 key actions for helping someone feeling suicidal
• Work through complex mental health first aid interactions
• Practice mental health first aid skills

This is a 5-hour educational course, not a therapy or support group.

Participants will receive take-home resources and morning tea and lunch will be provided.

Course date/times:

9am to 3pm | Thursday 14 May 2026

Venue: Castlemaine CFA Fire Station

Cost: $50

Contact: Shannon Lacy | 5471 1826 | youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au

Deadline for bookings is 29 April, 2026.