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Vision – To have a Mental Health First Aider in every home and business within Aotearoa  

Paying attention to Mental Health has never been more important.

One Less Thing is here to help you find what you need. 

Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa Courses

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Mental Health
First Aid

There’s a growing need to support Mental Health in the home and workplace.  And with Te Pou’s Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa 4th edition by Betty Kitchener, Anthony Jorm and Claire Kelly the opportunity is here.  

 

But where do you start?  And how can you tell what will make a genuine longer-term positive impact on your people’s wellbeing?  The Mental Health First Aid Program can help.  

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I was born in Australia and married into a Pasifika, Maori blended whanau (families).

 

As a Mental Health First Aider and instructor it is crucial to ask the person how they want to be engaged culturally and at what level and to respect their decision.  Someone may wish to be engaged through a predominant Te Reo Maori worldview (Te Reo, Tikanga, whakapapa) and others may identify as Pasifika.

Pasifika considers good health as the ability of a person to fulfill their spiritual and social obligations and maintain these relationships.  Any forms of disruption to these relationships will contribute to illness including depression, anxiety, psychosis, and other issues.  The Niuean concept, “Mata ki Luga” refers to looking up and ensuring that you get support.

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Our trainers are not only qualified adult educators but are also qualified in their field, holding a minimum of level 5 qualifications. 

They have extensive experience working in adult and youth mental health, counselling and community services work (management and case work) including networking and supervision. 

Our trainers will not only help you obtain your certificate, but they can also provide you with a First Aid Mental Health Inhouse Implementation program for your industry making sure that you can hit the ground running when you have completed your Certificate.   

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Mental Health 

First Aid  Aotearoa

This two-day Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa training (licensed by Te Pou) is evidence-based, evidence-informed, internationally researched, and can be found in 24 countries around the world. 

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$495 + GST

The program is designed for members of the public to learn how to assist someone who is developing a mental health crisis, introduction to the concept of MHFA, the impact of Mental Health issues and an overview of the principles and practice of Mental Health First Aid. 

What Sets Us Apart

Empower yourself and your team with Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa Courses, focusing on workplace mental health, stress management, anxiety management, and depression management. Enhance your understanding of mental health issues and their impact on individuals and businesses. Acquire the knowledge and skills to support those facing mental or emotional challenges, and drive positive change in your organization. Invest in Mental Health First Aid training and make a lasting difference for your employees and your business.

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Dan Oatridge

Vikki truly is an amazing woman who consistently puts the needs of others above her own for the betterment of the bigger picture. This is not always easy to do, but Vikki does it all with a huge smile on her face and a level of kindness and empathy many can only aspire to.

I highly recommend Vikki not just as a facilitator of Mental Health First Aid workshops but also as a top-quality human being.

Love your work, Vikki!

Gareth Beck 

I attended a Mental Health First Aid course led by Vikki and was welcomed into the learning environment by Vikki who was able to create a safe and engaging space. My knowledge around Mental Health was limited before attending but the MHFA course opened my eyes to what challenges people deal with on a day to day basis. The course itself gives you actionable things to do when you see someone struggling with mental health challenges and have been able to use the tools provided in the training since with peers, friends and family. 

Kenton Simpson

Our facilitators were absolutely amazing and very engaging. They were encouraging and made everyone safe and valued. Kia Ora ladies, awesome mahi. Nga mihi nui ki a koe.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vikki truly is an amazing woman who consistently and put the needs of others above her own for the betterment of the bigger picture. This is not always easy to do, but Vikki does it all with a huge smile on her face and a level of kindness and empathy many can only aspire to.

I highly recommend Vikki not just as a facilitator of Mental Health First Aid workshops but also as a top-quality human being.

Love your work Vikki!

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Dan Oatridge

Vikki has exceptional skills for facilitating the Mental Health First Aid training program and can deliver the course materials with much ease and confidence.

She has the ability to keep the audience motivated and interested in the workshop and pick up on their vibes while explaining the course material to them.

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Kelly French 

I attended a Mental Health First Aid course led by Vikki and was welcomed into the learning environment by Vikki who was able to create a safe and engaging space. My knowledge around Mental Health was limited before attending but the MHFA course opened my eyes to what challenges people deal with on a day to day basis. The course itself gives you actionable things to do when you see someone struggling with mental health challenges and have been able to use the tools provided in the training since with peers, friends and family. 

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Gareth Beck 

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Emoji Chatter Box

An innovative tool that gamifies mental health support. Empower managers, HR professionals, and advocates to navigate conversations using emojis, fostering understanding and connection. Elevate your approach to mental health discussions – explore the "Emoji Chatter Box" and transform support into a dynamic game within your workplace.

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