Advanced Psychological First Aid (APFA)
Psychological First Aid
SkillsFuture Credit Eligible
Advanced Psychological First Aid (APFA)
Duration: 14 hrs (2 days), 9.30am – 4.30pm
$327.00
(include GST)
Advanced Psychological First Aid (APFA) is designed for individuals who have completed Psychological First Aid (PFA) or PFA+ and are seeking to deepen their crisis response capabilities.
This course introduces advanced techniques to navigate complex emotional reactions, support individuals experiencing grief and trauma, and maintain self-care as a PFA provider, through interactive discussion, roleplay simulations and guided self-reflection.
Overview
Course Highlights
- Identify and analyse complex emotional and psychological responses triggered by crises
- Apply tailored Psychological First Aid techniques to support individuals navigating grief
- Explore the risks of neglecting self-care, such as burnout and compassion fatigue
Prerequisite Requirements
Completion of Psychological First Aid (PFA) or Psychological First Aid+ (PFA+) course.
Ideal Learner Profile
- Individuals who have completed PFA or PFA+ training
- Helpers seeking to deepen their crisis response capabilities
- Individuals supporting others experiencing grief or trauma
- Those furthering their professional development in mental health support and helping roles
Pricing
| Fees | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Fee | $300.00 | ||
| 9% GST (on full course fee) | $27.00 | ||
| Nett fee payable (incl. GST) | $327.00 | ||
| Fees | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Fee | $300.00 | ||
| 9% GST (on full course fee) | $27.00 | ||
| Nett fee payable (incl. GST) | $327.00 | ||
Curriculum & Modules
Module 1 & 2 - Advanced Insights into Complex Reactions
Explore panic attacks, self-harm, suicidal ideation, dissociation, avoidance, compassion fatigue, burnout and aggression; apply the Look–Listen–Link approach.
Module 3 - Understanding the Stages of Grief
Understand types of grief, the Five Stages of Grief, unresolved grief risks, and how to support individuals navigating loss using tailored PFA responses.
Module 4 - Exploring Self-Care for PFA Providers
Learn why self-care is essential for helpers, risks of neglect (burnout, compassion fatigue), boundaries, and how to use Look–Listen–Link for self-support.
Certificate
Certificate Type
Certificate of Completion, issued to participants who achieve at least 75% attendance of the programme.
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