Volleyball NT is excited to announce we were successful in obtaining a grant to provide important mental health first aid training for our members, family and friends.

If you’re a parent or teacher or work with young people in any other capacity, adolescent mental health is a global issue and is the leading cause of death for young people, with 1 in 4 young people experiencing a mental health problem.

75% of adults who experience mental illness had their first episode as an adolescent, so it makes sense to get in early and support young people.

We are offering training in Youth Mental Health First Aid.

This course is being delivered face-to-face in 2 parts as follows:

• Part 1 - Saturday, 10 May 2025 from 9.00 am to 3.30pm
  Venue: Marrara Indoor Stadium meeting room, 10 Abala Road, Marrara NT 0820
• Part 2 - Saturday, 14 June 2025 from 9.00 am to 3.30pm
  Venue: Casuarina Aquatics and Leisure Centre community meeting room, 17 Gsell Street, Casuarina NT 0810.

Please note:
- This training is provided free.  
- All participants registering for this event will be required to attend both days.
- The minimum age to do this course is 18.
- Please ensure you bring a drink bottle and lunch/snacks.

Course overview
This course teaches participants how to provide initial support to a young person (aged 12-18) who may be experiencing a mental health problem or a mental health crisis, until professional help is received, or the crisis resolves.

You can find more information on the learning outcomes here: Youth Mental Health First Aid Course Flyer

The facilitator to deliver this important course is Pauline Neil, the founder of Mental Health Training (MH Training). Pauline is a dedicated professional with a passion for promoting mental health and wellbeing. With a wealth of experience as a Principal Master Instructor of Mental Health First Aid, Pauline's commitment to mental health promotion and suicide prevention has earned her national and state recognition.

Pauline is also a Co-Founder of Live4Life, an award-winning initiative addressing mental health education and youth suicide prevention in rural and regional communities.

We encourage all our members (18 and over) to register and attend this important training. 

If you have any queries or require further information, please email tarsh@volleyballnt.com.au or call 0415 197 899.