MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING
Know how to respond when someone isn't okay.
Build the confidence and practical skills to recognise when someone may be experiencing a mental health problem, start a supportive conversation and help connect them with appropriate support.
Standard Mental Health First Aid training for individuals, professionals and workplaces across Newcastle and the Hunter Region. Delivered by Daniel Simpson, Licensed Mental Health First Aid Instructor.
STANDARD MHFA
Mental Health First Aid for adults supporting other adults
12 HOURS
Structured Mental Health First Aid training
PRACTICAL SKILLS
Recognise, respond, support and connect
LICENSED INSTRUCTOR
Delivered by Daniel Simpson
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PUBLIC COURSES
Upcoming Mental Health First Aid Courses
Elevare provides standard MHFA training in a face to face environment led by Daniel Simpson - a licensed MHFA Instructor. Standard MHFA is a 12 hour program completed over 2 days. MHFA provides education for Adults supporting Friends, Family, Colleagues or any other Adult.
STANDARD MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
DATE: 21-22 October 2026
TIME: 9:30-4:30
VENUE: "The Place" Charlestown
DELIVERY FORMAT: Face to Face
Investment
$297.00 per participant
- Standard Mental Health First Aid Manual (4th Edition)
- Access to e-learning portal
- Certificate of Accreditation (upon successful completion)
WHAT IT IS
Mental Health First Aid is about knowing what to do when it matters.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the help provided to a person who is developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem, or in a mental health crisis. The assistance is given until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves.
Just as physical first aid is given to an injured person before professional medical care arrives, MHFA provides the skills to support people until they can connect with the right professional help. It is not about diagnosing or treating; it is about providing initial support and guidance.
You don't need to have the perfect words. You need enough confidence to start the conversation.
WHY IT MATTERS
Sometimes the hardest part is simply knowing what to say.
Most people want to help when they see someone struggling, but they hold back because they are afraid of saying the wrong thing or making the situation worse.
Mental Health First Aid training replaces that hesitation with a clear, evidence-based action plan. You learn to spot the early warning signs of common mental health problems, how to approach someone comfortably, and how to guide them toward professional help before a situation reaches a crisis point.
Sometimes starting the conversation is the most important first step.
Useful at work. Useful outside work.
Mental Health First Aid skills are not just for the workplace they provide the confidence to support friends, family, and the wider community.
INDIVIDUALS & PROFESSIONALS
- Managers and Team Leaders
- Human Resource Professionals
- Work Health and Safety Staff
- Teachers and School Support Staff
- Support Workers and Carers
- Small Business Owners
- Concerned Friends and Family Members
- Organisations looking to improve psychological safety
- Teams seeking better support mechanisms for staff
- Workplaces aiming for mental health accreditation
- Companies needing to meet WHS psychosocial obligations
- Leadership teams wanting to lead by example
WORKPLACES
FOR ORGANISATIONS
Want to train your team together?
Elevare provides face-to-face, in-house Mental Health First Aid training for workplaces across Newcastle, the Hunter and beyond. Daniel brings his experience in workplace recovery and injury management into the room, ensuring the training is practical and relevant to your industry and workforce context.
IDEAL FOR:
- Corporate teams and small businesses
- Manufacturing, mining and heavy industry
- HR, Safety and Wellbeing teams
- Leadership and management groups
- Customer-facing workforces
Workplace training is generally delivered as a flat rate for up to 10 participants, with capacity for up to 20.
What good training can support
FOR YOUR PEOPLE
- Increased confidence to support others
- Improved mental health literacy
- Reduced stigma around mental health
- Knowing how to access professional help
FOR YOUR WORKPLACE
- Improved employee wellbeing
- Clearer focus on psychosocial safety
- Enhanced supportive culture
- Practical tools for teams
WHY TRAIN WITH ELEVARE?
Real workplace experience changes the conversation.
Elevare was founded to help workplaces do more than just check a box. Daniel brings real-world experience from HR, leadership, and workers compensation to every course. This means you aren't just getting the theory—you're getting practical insights into how mental health first aid actually works within the context of a modern Australian workplace.
Practical advice. Real experience. Human conversations.
YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Daniel Simpson
Founder & Principal Consultant, Elevare
Licensed Mental Health First Aid Instructor
With over a decade of experience in workers' compensation, injury management, and workplace rehabilitation, Daniel brings a deeply practical perspective to Mental Health First Aid training. He understands the real-world complexities of supporting people in the workplace and is passionate about equipping others with the confidence to start life-changing conversations.
10+ Years Workplace Experience
HR & Leadership Qualified
Licensed MHFA Instructor
Founder of Elevare
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you book
Who is Daniel Simpson?
Daniel is a Licensed Mental Health First Aid Instructor and the Founder of Elevare. He has over a decade of experience in workplace rehabilitation, workers compensation and injury management. He combines clinical MHFA frameworks with real-world organisational experience.
Is this training accredited?
Yes. Participants who complete the course and a short online assessment are accredited as Mental Health First Aiders for three years by Mental Health First Aid Australia.
Do I need any prior knowledge?
No. The Standard Mental Health First Aid course is designed for anyone. There are no prerequisites for attending the training.
How long does the training take?
Standard MHFA is a 12-hour course. We typically deliver this as two full 6-hour days (excluding breaks) or four 3-hour sessions, depending on your needs.
What is the delivery format?
Daniel delivers training face-to-face. This ensures the best environment for sensitive conversations, practical role-playing, and collaborative learning.
What is the maximum group size for workplace training?
To ensure safety and quality interaction, the maximum group size is 20 participants per instructor. Smaller groups (10-12) are often ideal for deep engagement.
Do you supply the manuals?
Yes. Every participant receives a high-quality, physical MHFA Standard Manual to keep as a reference guide beyond the training room.
Is the training suitable for my industry?
Yes. While the accreditation is standardized, Daniel tailors the discussions and examples to fit your specific workforce context—whether it's professional services, trades, healthcare, or community organizations.
Mental Health First Aid, MHFA and ALGEE are registered trademarks of Mental Health First Aid International. Training delivered by a Licensed MHFA Australia Instructor.
