Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a globally recognised, evidence-based training programme designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges or crises. Much like physical first aid, MHFA focuses on early recognition, immediate response, and directing individuals toward professional help when needed.

At its core, MHFA promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), fostering environments where everyone—regardless of background or identity—feels safe, supported, and valued. By addressing mental health through a DEIB lens, MHFA helps participants appreciate the diverse experiences of individuals, break down barriers to accessing support, and create truly inclusive spaces.

Why Mental Health First Aid Matters

In a world where stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges are on the rise, MHFA provides the tools to shift from reactive to proactive care. Its benefits include:

MHFA training is delivered by accredited instructors and tailored to fit diverse environments, including companies, schools, and community organisations.

MHFA for Companies: Building Inclusive and Supportive Workplaces

Workplace wellbeing is a critical factor in achieving organisational success. MHFA courses for companies empower managers, employees, and HR professionals to:

Recognise early signs of mental health challenges among colleagues and team members.
Offer immediate, non-judgmental support while respecting individual differences.
Respond effectively to crises such as panic attacks, trauma, or suicidal thoughts.
Integrate DEIB principles to ensure that mental health support is inclusive and culturally sensitive.

Key Benefits for Companies:

Reduced absenteeism, presenteeism, and turnover caused by unmanaged mental health issues.
Enhanced productivity, morale, and engagement among employees.
Improved leadership skills in fostering empathy and psychological safety.
A reputation as a DEIB-focused organisation that prioritises employee wellbeing.

Tailored training ensures your company’s unique culture and needs are reflected in the MHFA approach, fostering a work environment where every employee feels they belong.

MHFA for Schools: Promoting Student and Staff Wellbeing

Schools play a pivotal role in shaping the mental health of future generations. MHFA for schools empowers educators, counsellors, and administrators to:

Identify early warning signs of mental health challenges in students, such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, or eating disorders.
Provide immediate support that respects the diverse needs of students and their families.
Cultivate a school culture where mental health is openly discussed, reducing stigma and fostering belonging.
Equip students and staff with practical tools to manage emotions, navigate stress, and thrive.

Key Benefits for Schools:

Enhanced capacity of staff to support student mental wellbeing through culturally inclusive practices.
Safer and more nurturing environments where every student feels valued and understood.
Strengthened resilience and emotional regulation in students, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges.
Increased confidence among staff to handle mental health conversations with sensitivity and professionalism.

Our MHFA training is tailored to address the unique challenges faced by schools, ensuring that every session is practical, inclusive, and impactful.

Course Details

Duration

Youth MHFA 14 hours (in person over two days), Standard MHFA 12 hours in person course or a blended format combining self-paced online modules with instructor-led sessions.

Delivery Format

Available in face-to-face or online formats, led by accredited and experienced MHFA trainers.

Audience

Suitable for companies, schools, and community organisations.

Language

Standard MHFA courses are available in English, Cantonese & Putonghua in Hong Kong, Macau & Mainland China. Available in different languages across the Asia Pacific delivered by licenced MHFA providers in that country

Why Choose Positive Wellbeing for MHFA Training?

Positive Wellbeing is committed to delivering MHFA training that not only equips participants with vital skills but also reflects the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Here’s why we stand out:

Experienced Instructors: Our trainers bring years of expertise in mental health, training, and counselling, with a focus on schools and organisations.
Customised Content: We adapt our training to meet the specific needs of your organisation, school, or community group.
Culturally Sensitive Approach: Our courses are designed to be relevant and respectful of local languages, traditions, and cultural contexts.
Focus on DEIB: We ensure that all participants feel included and that the training promotes inclusive, supportive environments.

Booking & More Information

Take the first step toward building a mentally healthy, inclusive workplace or school:

Email: training@positivewellbeinghk.com

Empower your team or school community to support mental wellbeing and create a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Since its inception in 2000, Mental Health First Aid has evolved into a global movement that shows no signs of stopping.

Over 6 Million people trained globally & counting…
Over 24 countries have now adopted MHFA…
Hong Kong was one of the first countries outside Australia to introduce MHFA courses in 2009, The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong is the licensed provider for Hong Kong, Macau and Mainland China.

Using a practical, evidence-based Action Plan, Mental Health First Aid courses equip people with the knowledge and skills to recognize mental health problems and to confidently provide the appropriate information and support to someone who may be developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.

You will learn how to...

Intervene early: Recognise the warning signs of mental health problems
Provide skills: Provide the skills needed to speak to a young person about their mental health
Respond in a crisis: Respond in crisis situations where a young person may be at risk of harm
Reduce stigma: Reduce stigma and increase support for people with mental health problems

Why Complete a MHFA Course?

CONFIDENCE TO HELP – You will learn the knowledge and skills to offer first aid for a mental health problem.
EVIDENCE-BASED – MHFA courses are evidence based and go through a process of continuous evaluation.
ACTION PLAN – Learn the ALGEE Action Plan and be equipped to help an individual with a mental health problem.
GLOBAL COMMUNITY – Join a global community at the forefront of mental health

Research has shown that MHFA Training is associated with:

Knowledge: Improved knowledge of mental illnesses, their treatments, and appropriate first aid strategies.
Confidence: Confidence in providing first aid to a person experiencing a mental health problem.
De-Stigmatising: Decreases in stigmatizing attitudes.
Increased Support: Increases in the amount and type of support provided to others

Mental Health First Aid is good for companies...

To stay competitive, companies always focus on developing strategies to generate more profit and improve business operation efficiency. However, employee wellbeing is crucial to driving sustainable growth. Workplace mental health cannot be neglected as happy employees can boost team spirit in order to have a stable workforce, deliver excellent customer service and bring in more businesses.

To show the concerns of your employees, we highly recommend providing employer-sponsored training courses to them. Just a small investment and you will see a great impact for the corporation and individuals!