I came away from this training with a deeper understanding of mental health and how to better support my students. The facilitator created such a safe space, it was both thought-provoking and practical.
Description
Confidently Support Student Wellbeing in Today’s Classrooms
Mental health concerns are increasingly affecting student engagement, learning, and behaviour in schools. This is a one-day, online, interactive training designed to equip educators and school staff with the foundational knowledge, tools, and confidence to notice early signs, respond appropriately, and contribute to a positive, supportive school environment.
Developed by a team of educational leaders, clinicians, mental health professionals, and cultural advisors, this training supports inclusive, trauma-informed approaches tailored for schools.
What You'll Learn
- Core concepts and language around mental health in school settings
- How to recognise early signs of distress, anxiety, depression, and trauma
- The broader social and environmental factors influencing student wellbeing
- Strategies to respond to student concerns with confidence and care
- The Recognise, Respond, Refer, Reflect (RRRR) framework in action
- Communication tools to build trust and support help-seeking
- Cultural considerations for inclusive mental health support
Outcome
By participating, you'll be able to:
-Describe common mental health issues affecting students and how they present in classroom
-Identify signs that may indicate a young person is struggling
-Use the RRRR framework to guide your response
-Engage students using effective listening and communication techniques
-Apply inclusive, culturally aware practices in everyday school interactions
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