The incidence of mental illness is increasing globally, with the impact on living well and families and communities becoming far more significant. Screening, referral and follow up are key concepts in maintaining and monitoring mental health care delivery in PNG and in providing holistic care to all people. Mental health first aid provides screening and early intervention strategies for people to utilise to assist persons in mental health crisis or need.
Safe and effective mental health care is crucial in ensuring that no one’s health is left behind, in line with the National Health Plan. For a person to be healthy, both physiological and psychological health need to be maintained.
This two-day workshop introduces mental health first aid, a user friendly approach to assessing and assisting people in mental health crisis and need. It is suitable for people who are not healthcare professionals also.
Location: Hilton Hotel, Port Moresby
Dates: Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th of June 2025
Time: 9am-4pm
How is the workshop structured?
The workshop is structured as a mix of presentations and group discussions and debriefs to ensure that participants have opportunity to test their understanding and ideas with their peers.
Is this course for mental health experts?
A basic prior knowledge of mental illness is required; however this is not essential as there will be some review of conditions.
Who should attend?
The workshop is targeted at any person working in healthcare or education. You do not need to be healthcare professional to attend this workshop. Preference will be given to those from NCD/Central/Gulf.
Minimum Requirement
To apply, click link: https://smr.to/p103480.
Applications close on 9 June 2025.
For any queries contact us at: Alumni@australiaawardspng.org
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