Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training has become increasingly popular across Australia as workplaces, schools, and individuals recognise the importance of mental health awareness. But one of the most common questions remains: how much does it actually cost?
The short answer is that Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training is relatively affordable compared to many professional development courses, but the final price depends on several factors, including which provider you choose.
Cost often reflects a provider's experience, credentials and expertise, and not all facilitators are equal. Some come from unrelated backgrounds and have completed the facilitator training without any other grounding in mental health. Others bring formal tertiary qualifications in mental health along with years of hands-on professional experience. That difference shapes how well a course is delivered: how confidently questions are handled, how sensitively difficult stories are managed, and how well the content is applied to real workplace situations.
What Is MHFA Training?
MHFA training equips participants with the skills to recognise the signs of mental health issues, provide initial support, and guide someone towards professional help. It’s widely used in workplaces, education settings, and community organisations across Australia. You can find out more about the different MHFA courses we offer here
Typical Cost of MHFA Training in Australia
Standard Adult MHFA Course
For most individuals, the standard MHFA course can cost around:
$399 including GST (online or blended formats)
This usually includes:
Course materials including the hard copy MHFA manual
Facilitator-led sessions
Accreditation (valid for 3 years)
Some providers may also charge small booking fees
Refresher Courses
If you’re already accredited, refresher training is cheaper:
Around $250 + GST
These shorter sessions help renew your certification for another three years.
Workplace & Group Training
Organisations often book MHFA training for teams. Costs vary depending on group size and delivery:
Corporate packages can start from around $350 per person plus GST for smaller groups
Discounted fees apply to the flat fee charge for larger groups (up to 24 people) for the standard and youth courses.
While the upfront cost is higher, the per-person price is often lower than individual bookings.
Youth and Teen MHFA Courses
Courses designed for educators or youth workers tend to cost more:
Around $416 to $499 per person for youth-focused training
Teen MHFA programs for schools can exceed $2,000 per course
These programs include specialised content tailored to supporting young people.
What Affects the Cost?
Several factors influence how much you’ll pay:
1. Delivery Format
Online/blended courses can be more expensive for larger groups with the cost of eLearning factored into this.
Face-to-face training can be more cose effective, espeically for larger groups and flat fee course costs.
2. Course Type
Standard adult MHFA is the most affordable
Youth, teen, and instructor programs are more specialised (and pricier)
3. Group Size
Larger bookings often reduce the per-person cost
Small or private sessions may increase it
4. Additional Fees
Learning materials or manuals (generally included but check with your provider some charge this on top - We do NOT)
Travel costs for trainers (especially outside metro areas)
New learner access fees (around $20 + GST ) (mhfat)
Is MHFA Training Worth the Cost?
For many, the value extends beyond the price tag. MHFA training helps:
Build confidence in supporting others
Reduce stigma around mental health
Improve workplace wellbeing and culture
In professional settings, it can also contribute to compliance, employee engagement, and early intervention strategies.
If you’d like to know more or obtain a quote contact us today