Learning outcomes
MHSS covers the fundamental knowledge of mental health and evidence-based counselling skills. You will learn how to;
- identify early indicators/symptoms of mental illness(es)
- appropriately support a person with mental illness(es)
- appropriately approach and communicate with someone about possible mental illness
- support them through their treatment process
- use basic counselling micro-skills and effective listening skills in the intervention process
- provide comfort, encourage, or practical guidance to people who need it most.
Is MHSS an accredited training program?
The Mental Health Social Support (MHSS) training course is nationally accredited and is approved by several professional Associations for continuing and professional development points (OPD).
The professional Associations that currently endorse MHSS include:
- Australian Counselling Association (ACA): 28 OPD points
- Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW): 14 CPD hours
- Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA): 16 OPD points
- Australian College of Midwives (ACM): 14 MidPLUS points
- Australian Practice Nurses Association (APNA): 14 CPD hours
- Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN): 14 CPE points
- Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA): 14 CPD hours
- Royal College of Nursing, Australia (RCNA): 12.5 CNE points
- Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA): 5 CPE points
- Australian Psychological Society (APS): 14 CPD hours
Why is it worth to do MHSS training?
We do understand that for certain individuals, the cost for this course is a big investment, BUT compared to what you will learn and benefit from doing this workshop, it's simply incomparable and definitely worthwhile.
When you have the right skills and knowledge, you might save a person's life and that person might be someone that you love very much. We all have good and bad days and some people may be overwhelmed by too many things in their lives. It's crucial for us to know how to deal with these issues and situation, and be there for them when they need it.
Remember, do not underestimate the power of effective listening (you will learn this skill in this course) because this simple action can make a big difference in people's lives. Nothing is more precious than life and well-being. Allow yourself to grab this opportunity and develop more skills so that you have the confidence to offer appropriate help to those who need it most in the community.
Feel free to visit MHSS official website at www.mhss.net.au for more information.
Where to from here?
The mental health of Australians is deteriorating and that is putting your family, friends and colleagues at increasing risk of depression, anxiety, alcohol and drug use, and suicide. The suicide rate is now around double the road toll.
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that by 2020, depression will be the second leading disability causing disease in the world; labelling the dramatic increase a “global depression pandemic”. If you’re not appropriately equipped in today’s world, mental illness could hit someone you love or care about with devastating consequences.
This is why we believe the ability to identify early onset mental illness, appropriately intervene and provide effective support is the most crucial life skill you can have and a must to have. These are what we call the Mental Health Social Support (MHSS) skills.
If you are interested in exploring this further for yourself, client or an organisation, please feel free to contact us by clicking on the button below and we would love to have a chat with you!
