Online Mental Health First Aid Course

🚑 Online Mental Health First Aid Course

Overview

The Online Mental Health First Aid Course is your fast-track route to becoming a capable and confident helper in mental health crises. Designed with psychology, counselling, and support work principles at its core, this program teaches you to provide initial aid to individuals facing challenges such as OCD, ADHD, depression, or anxiety. It’s a low-commitment, high-impact course — and once it’s gone, it won’t be back.

Description

This program offers essential knowledge and practical tools for recognising mental health warning signs and responding appropriately. You’ll study the basics of psychology, explore counselling communication techniques, and learn how to support people living with OCD and ADHD in crisis or non-crisis situations.

Our approach blends psychological theory with the role of a support worker, ensuring that your learning is grounded in real-world application. Whether it’s a panic attack, OCD-related anxiety, or ADHD-linked stress, you’ll know how to step in with confidence. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to act as a first point of contact, bridging the gap between immediate needs and professional help.

Who Is This Course For

Ideal for:

• Individuals wanting to help friends, family, or colleagues facing mental health struggles.
• Psychology and counselling students seeking practical experience.
• Support workers aiming to expand their skill set.
• Community leaders, teachers, or managers who want to respond effectively to OCD or ADHD issues.

Requirements

No prior qualifications are needed. If you have an interest in mental health, psychology, counselling, or support work, this course is for you. Accessible fully online, it’s designed to fit into your schedule, even if ADHD or work demands keep you busy.

Career Path

Completing this course can lead to opportunities in:

• Community mental health roles
• Counselling support services
• Psychology outreach programs
• Peer mentoring and advocacy
• Entry-level support worker positions