Mental Health First Aid

As an accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor, I deliver evidence-based training designed to equip individuals and workplaces with the knowledge and skills to recognise, respond to, and support people experiencing mental health challenges.

Training options available:

Standard MHFA (2-day course) – Face-to-face delivery
Blended MHFA for the Workplace – Online learning combined with a facilitated session
Standard MHFA Refresher (4-hour course) – Face-to-face delivery for those renewing their certification

Participants who complete the full training are eligible to complete an assessment to become Certified Mental Health First Aiders, who are recognised for a period of three years.

The Refresher course is designed for those whose accreditation is due for renewal and who wish to maintain their certification and skills for another three years.

These courses are ideal for promoting psychological safety, reducing stigma, and building confidence in providing early support to someone in distress.

How to book:

Individuals interested in attending an upcoming public course can visit ATI-Mirage https://www.ati-mirage.com.au/ to check available dates.

Private group bookings (minimum of 6 participants) are welcome to contact me directly to discuss delivery options.

Let’s build safer, more supportive communities—starting with mental health literacy.

Become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider

The Standard Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course is a nationally accredited training program.

Participants who complete the full course are eligible to undertake an online assessment to become a Certified Mental Health First Aider, recognised by Mental Health First Aid Australia.

Successful accreditation is valid for a period of three years.

Who can attend:

Adults aged 18 years and over.

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Testimonials

Lin's manner, knowledge and professionalism makes her the perfect facilitator for quite a emotionally inducing course.
Lin was a great instructor. Got us motivated and wanting to learn. Thoroughly enjoyed her training style.
Excellent training Lin. As someone that is rather experienced in this content I greatly appreciate the additional learning and information you provided me, I got a lot out of it. Also, as an experienced trainer, I loved how you engaged the students and created an inclusive, safe and fun learning environment. 10/10.
The two day course was excellent and Lin was an empathetic, informative facilitator who provided a varied, wide ranging format that kept people engaged and on task. Thank you
The instructor was very knowledgeable and approachable. Her training style is engaging.
Lin Tan was fantastic, extremely knowledgeable.
The course was fun and was facilitated in a way that included enough information without being overloading.
Extremely positive. I learnt a lot about certain aspects of the mental illnesses discussed that I was not aware of previously. I feel much better prepared to have a conversation with someone about mental health.
Lin is a very professional psychologist and presenter. I really enjoyed this course.
Lin was an amazing instructor to have. Very knowledgeable and easy to engage with.
Very extensive knowledge shared. Equiped students with the confidence and skills to provide first aid to those in crisis with mental illness.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)?

Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training course that teaches participants how to recognise the signs of common mental health conditions, provide initial support, and guide individuals to appropriate professional help.

2. Who is the training suitable for?

The course is designed for adults aged 18 and over from all walks of life. It is especially useful for individuals in leadership, HR, frontline, community-facing, or caregiving roles — but no prior mental health knowledge is required.

3. Do I have to become an accredited Mental Health First Aider after completing the course?

Not at all. While participants have the option to complete an online accreditation assessment to become a Certified Mental Health First Aider, this is not compulsory.

Those who complete the Standard MHFA course but choose not to undertake the assessment will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by Mental Health First Aid Australia.

4. Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Upon completing the full Standard MHFA course, participants will receive either:

A Certificate of Completion, or
A Certificate of Accreditation (if the online assessment is completed successfully).
Accreditation is valid for 3 years.

5. What is the Refresher course for?

The Refresher course is for those whose MHFA accreditation is about to expire. It helps participants renew their certification and update their skills, extending accreditation for another 3 years.

6. Can I book as an individual or as part of a group?

Individuals can check upcoming public course dates via ATI-Mirage.
Private group bookings are available for workplaces or organisations with a minimum of 6 participants. Please contact me directly to enquire.

7. Is this a recognised qualification?

Yes. Mental Health First Aid Australia accredits MHFA training and is widely recognised in workplaces, education, health, and community sectors across Australia.