Mental Health First Aid for Supervisors and Spiritual Directors is an accredited online training tailored for professionals in supervision and spiritual direction. It is facilitated by Marcel Koper—a Mental Health Professional and qualified supervisor—and auspiced by Mental Health First Aid Australia.

Participants will develop essential skills to:

• Recognise signs and symptoms of mental illness

• Understand their role boundaries in supporting supervisees

• Know when and how to refer individuals experiencing mental health concerns

• Manage crisis situations such as suicidality, panic attacks, psychotic episodes, and intoxication-related aggression

Topics Covered Include:

• Mood disorders (e.g. Major Depressive Disorder)

• Various forms of anxiety

• Psychotic disorders

• Substance use disorders

• Mental health crises

• Application of the ALGEE intervention model

Additional Details:

• Self-paced online modules (approx. 2–4 hours)

• Two live Zoom sessions are compulsory for accreditation

• Maximum of 12 participants (minimum of 8 required to proceed)

• Provides 10 hours of professional development (PD)

• Please note: This training does not cover Personality Disorders