2-Day In-Person Mental Health First Aid Certification

Gain the Confidence to Support Others & Foster Mental Well-being

Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet many people feel uncertain about how to support someone experiencing a mental health challenge.

This certified Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course, led by Kirstie Le Quesne, will equip you with the knowledge and skills to recognise, respond to, and assist those in need, whether in the workplace, within your community, or among friends and family.

๐Ÿ“… Course Details

๐Ÿ“ Location: 54 - 58 Durham Road Kilsyth
๐Ÿ“† Dates: May 24 and May 31
โฐ Time: 9:00 AM โ€“ 4:00 PM (each day)
๐Ÿ•’ Format: in-person

 This is an incredible opportunity to gain nationally recognised Mental Health First Aid training at a fraction of the usual cost, because we believe these skills should be accessible to everyone.

What Youโ€™ll Get

  • A nationally recognised Mental Health First Aid Certification
  • Practical tools to support someone experiencing a mental health crisis or challenge
  • Guidance on breaking stigma & fostering open, supportive conversations
  • Strategies to enhance your own mental well-being & resilience
  • A deeper understanding of anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide prevention
  • Expert instruction from Kirstie Le Quesne, a Her Trails VIC Maven and Mental Health First Aid Instructor

 

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to build the skills and confidence to support others with their mental health, including:

๐Ÿ”น Coaches & trainers: Learn how to support athletes, clients, or teams both mentally and physically.
๐Ÿ”น Teachers & educators: Gain skills to recognise and assist students struggling with mental health challenges.
๐Ÿ”น Workplace leaders & managers: Create a mentally healthy work environment and respond effectively to colleagues in distress.
๐Ÿ”น First responders & caregivers: Build the tools to assist individuals experiencing crises or ongoing mental health conditions.
๐Ÿ”น Community members & parents: Feel empowered to support friends, family, and loved ones when they need it most.

If you care about creating safe, supportive spaces for mental well-being, this course is for you.

Additional Details

  • Please bring lunch, snacks, a pen, and paper
  • Breaks will be included to help you stay engaged and absorb the content
  • For any questions, contact Kirstie directly at [email protected]

Take the step towards becoming a certified Mental Health First Aider. Your knowledge and support could change a life.

Jen Greenslade | Head of Member Support, Her Trails

Mental health is something we all navigate, and knowing how to show up for ourselves and others in a meaningful way is invaluable. Kirstie delivers this training with warmth, clarity, and real-life experience. If youโ€™re part of the Her Trails community, or even if youโ€™re not yet, this is an opportunity to build skills that will impact every part of your life.

Samantha Gash | Founder of Her Trails

Kirstie is an incredible leader within our Her Trails community, bringing wisdom, compassion, and a deep understanding of the importance of mental well-being. She has a gift for making complex topics feel approachable and empowering people with the confidence to support themselves and those around them. I canโ€™t recommend this training enough, itโ€™s a skill set that every one of us needs.