Description
This 14 hour course teaches adults how to assist adolescents who are experiencing a mental health crisis or developing a mental health problem.
The course is suitable for adults working with adolescents (those aged between 12 and 18 years), however, it can also be relevant for those helping people who are a little younger or older.
Course Content
Participants will learn about adolescent development and the signs and symptoms of these mental health problems, where and how to get help and what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective.
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Who should attend MHFA training?
Ideally, school staff who
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Regularly work with young people of this age group (ages 12-18)
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Provide elements of pastoral care and support
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Have expressed interest in attending this training
Health and safety precautions are important considerations for the AISWA MHFA trainers and for those who attend the training. However, these workshops are not designed as a therapy or support group. There is a risk that the information or discussions from these workshops can trigger a strong emotional reaction. Please consider this before choosing to attend the training
Presenters
Jane Kirkham (AISWA Staff)
Senior Psychologist
Jane Kirkham is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist and a Senior Psychologist working in the AISWA School Psychology Service. She is currently leading the Wellbeing and Mental Health in Schools Pilot Project. Jane also has an extensive teaching background having worked in mainstream, inclusive and gifted education at primary and secondary levels.
Bas Snijder (AISWA Staff)
Senior Psychologist
Terms & Conditions
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Segments
Day 1
Date / Time
30 Apr 2024 Starts: 08:30 Finishes: 16:30Delivery Format : In Person
PL Hours : 7.00
Day 2
Date / Time
7 May 2024 Starts: 08:30 Finishes: 16:30Delivery Format : In Person