Core course
Standard Mental Health First Aid
Learn to recognise, approach and offer initial support to an adult experiencing a mental health problem or crisis.
For: New learners · Adults supporting adults
12 hours · Face-to-face or blended
Training for workplaces & individuals
Mental Health First Aid Training
Learn to recognise mental health concerns, offer initial support and connect people with appropriate help. Public face-to-face courses in Sydney and private workplace delivery in person or online.
Standard, refresher and specialist courses · Explore courses →
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Standard MHFA at a glanceCore learning
12 hoursStandard course learning time
Three formatsFace-to-face and blended options
Practical skillsRecognise, respond and refer to support
Your instructor
Learn with Thomas Walker
Thomas is a Licensed MHFA Instructor, PACFA Registered Counsellor and ICF Professional Certified Coach. He brings more than 20 years of organisational and leadership experience to facilitation. MHFA course content follows the official curriculum.
“Thoughtful, empathetic and safe.”Sarah, Managing Director · TWC two-day training participant
MHFA courses
Choose the learning your people need
Choose the full Standard course, a workplace blended pathway, a Refresher for eligible MHFAiders, or a focused session for your team.
Workplace learning
Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace
The Standard MHFA curriculum in a workplace-focused blended online format. This is a delivery pathway, not an additional accreditation.
For: Workplace groups · Standard MHFA blended pathway
5–7 hours eLearning + 2 × 2.5-hour live online sessions
For current accredited MHFAiders
Standard MHFA Refresher
Update your knowledge and practise mental health first aid skills. For eligible, currently accredited MHFAiders seeking to refresh skills and extend accreditation.
For: Current accredited MHFAiders who meet refresher eligibility
4 hours face-to-face · 5 hours live online
Focused skills
Conversations about Suicide
Learn to recognise signs of suicidal thoughts and behaviours, have a supportive conversation and connect someone with appropriate help.
For: Adults seeking focused conversation skills
4 hours · Face-to-face
Leadership briefing
Engaging Senior Leaders
A concise session for decision-makers on mental health at work, how managers can support employees, and the role MHFA training can play in a mentally healthy workplace.
For: Senior leaders and organisational decision-makers
90 minutes · Face-to-face or online
Standard MHFA · Choose a format
Training that fits your team
These are three ways to deliver the Standard MHFA curriculum. See the full Standard course details →
In person
Face-to-face
Interactive learning together in the room, suited to a workplace group or a public course.
2 × 6-hour sessionsAcross two days
Explore face-to-face course →View Course Dates
Flexible + in person
Blended face-to-face
Complete self-paced learning first, then practise and discuss the skills in an instructor-led session.
5–7 hours eLearning + 4 hours in person
Explore blended face-to-face course →
Remote learning
Blended online
Combine self-paced learning with live, instructor-led video sessions for distributed teams or individuals.
5–7 hours eLearning + 2 × 2.5-hour video sessions
Explore blended online course →The official MHFA manual and course resources are included. Participants may complete a separate assessment for MHFAider accreditation. Confirm scheduling, availability and fees when enquiring.
How to enrol
A clear next step for your situation
Organise training for a group
Arrange a private Standard, Refresher, Conversations about Suicide or Engaging Senior Leaders course for your workplace or organisation.
- Discuss delivery format, group size and location
- Coordinate a date and enrolment process
- Tailor the learning setting to your workplace
Join a public course
Explore scheduled Standard and Refresher courses for an individual or a smaller team, and enquire about specialist course availability.
- Check upcoming dates and delivery options
- Review course information before enrolling
- Contact TWC if you need help choosing
Support after training
Put learning into workplace practice
MHFA builds initial response skills. TWC can also help managers establish appropriate boundaries, navigate mental health and performance conversations, and strengthen organisational support pathways.
Mental Health & Performance Conversations → · Workplace Mental Health Readiness → · Coaching →
Workplace guide · 2026
Make work safer and support people
The workplace guide brings together two linked actions: review and control conditions that can cause harm, and give people a clear path to initial support. MHFA training builds response skills within a wider workplace approach.
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Common questions
Choosing and booking a course
Which course should I choose?
New learners can start with Standard MHFA. MHFA in the Workplace is a workplace-focused blended delivery pathway for Standard learning. Current accredited MHFAiders can check eligibility for the Refresher. Conversations about Suicide is a focused course; Engaging Senior Leaders is a leadership briefing.
Who can take a Refresher?
MHFA Australia says participants need to have completed a full MHFA course and accreditation assessment within the last three years. Check current eligibility with MHFA Australia →
Does course completion mean accreditation?
Standard participants can complete a separate short assessment after the course to become an Accredited MHFAider. Accreditation is valid for three years. Engaging Senior Leaders is an information session without accreditation.
What delivery formats are available?
Standard MHFA is available face-to-face over two six-hour sessions, blended face-to-face (eLearning plus a four-hour session) and blended online (eLearning plus two live video sessions). The course calendar lists currently scheduled public formats.
What is included, and what does it cost?
The official MHFA manual and course resources are included. Public date cards show listed prices. Check the final amount, GST treatment and any payment fee on the linked checkout before paying. Private group fees and any travel requirements are agreed before delivery.
Can TWC deliver to a private workplace group?
Yes. Enquire with your preferred location, timeframe, delivery format and approximate group size so Thomas can discuss the options.
What happens after training?
Organisations can reinforce learning with manager conversations, clear support and escalation pathways, and workplace follow-up. Explore Workplace Solutions →
Bring MHFA training to your workplace
Talk with Thomas Walker Consulting about the right format and timing for your people.