Older Person Mental Health First Aid
Working or Living with Older People?
If you would you like training to understand the specific mental health needs of older people, then this comprehensive 2-day MHFA course is for you. Using a practical, expert consensus-based action plan, you will learn how to assist an older person who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. This is invaluable training if you work or volunteer in the aged care sector or if you care for an older relative or friend.
“This is very rewarding training, on a challenging health concern, that impacts us all with family.”
COURSE CONTENT
Depression and anxiety
Confusion and dementia
Psychosis
Suicidal thoughts and behaviours
Panic attacks
Delirium
Unsafe and challenging behaviours due to confusion.
COURSE FORMAT
Face to Face over 2 days
Upskill Mental Health 