Psychological First Aid Programme
About this Workshop
OVERVIEW
Do you know how to support your family or friends dealing with overwhelming stress or anxiety? Are you equipped to recognise and manage the signs of burnout or depression among your team? Our Psychological First Aid (PFA) programme offers a holistic approach to equipping staff at every level with the skills needed to provide effective mental health support.
We offer two distinct workshops in this series: the 1-day Essentials of PFA and the 2-day Mastering PFA. The Essentials of PFA class provides an overview of stress recognition and management, focusing on the fundamental aspects of offering psychological first aid in various situations. For those seeking a deeper understanding, the Mastering PFA class delves into advanced techniques and strategies, covering resilience development. This structured approach ensures that all staff, from entry-level to leadership, are prepared to handle mental health challenges with confidence and care.
1-Day Essentials of Psychological First Aid
10 Mar 2025
Participants will learn to identify the signs of stress and acquire essential skills to offer support to affected individuals. The workshop emphasises the development of basic competencies necessary for establishing human connections in a non-intrusive and compassionate manner, ensuring effective and empathetic assistance in times of need.
2-Day Mastering Psychological First Aid
10-11 Mar 2025
This workshop explores advanced techniques of Psychological First Aid (PFA) which covers strategies for ongoing mental health care and building resilience in individuals facing psychological challenges. The curriculum prepares participants for PFA assessment, essential for providing superior emotional and psychological support in diverse situations.
What you will learn
By the end of the 1-day workshop you will:
What you will learn
By the end of the 2-day workshop you will:
Community Care Training Grant (CCTG).
Eligible organisations can claim up to 90% subsidy on course fees under the AIC Community Care Training Grant (CCTG).
Eligible Organisations Include: Nursing Homes, Community Hospitals, Day Care Centres, Senior Care Centres, Home Care Providers, Hospices.
For more information on claims and eligibility, please visit AIC Website or contact your organisation’s HR team.