Parents, educators and coaches alike are invited to learn more about how they can support young people and their mental health, with a local training program on offer during November and December.
Accredited Youth Mental Health First Aid training is returning this summer, with a series of heavily subsidised sessions being held in Portland.
The sessions are being held over two options, the first being over four evening sessions and the second over two, full day workshops to appeal to differing work and lifestyle commitments.
The training is delivered through award-winning youth based mental health initiative Live4Life Glenelg and is aimed at parents, teachers and any adults who work, live or care for young people in the Glenelg Shire.
Mental Health First Aid Trainer Nicky Grayson said the latest Census data highlighted the prevalence of mental illness amongst teenagers and the need for the community to equip themselves with Youth Mental Health First Aid training.
“About one in four young Australians experience a common mental illness each year. This means that one in four adults in the Glenelg Shire will need to support a young person through their mental health issues,” she said.
“Many parents, adults, teachers and coaches may not feel prepared or equipped to practice mental health first aid, which is why this vital training is so important.
“In this course you will gain an understanding of the latest research in the mental health field, learn the three key actions for helping someone feeling suicidal and work through complex mental health first aid interactions.
“The sessions are being held either on Monday evenings in November, or on the 14th and 15th December to appeal to a range of lifestyles. I look forward to seeing many adults sign up for this critical training to help best support our young people.”
To register for the Youth Mental Health First Aid Training please visit the Live4Life Eventbrite or contact the Glenelg Shire Youth team.
The Youth Mental Health First Aid Training is offered at a heavily subsidised rate, thanks to the Live4Life Glenelg Partnership Group and supporters.
