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Training

Mental Health First-Aid (MHFA) Course for Students [Online]

Date:
26 Sep 2024 - 10 Oct 2024
Time:

26 Sep - 8 Oct 2024: 7 hours self-directed online learning AND 

10 Oct 2024: Instructor-led Zoom sessions (9:30 am - 12:00 nn & 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm)

Venue:
Zoom
Language:
Cantonese
Guest / Speaker:
Counselor
Registration Quota:
15
Program Fee:
HK$150 (Refundable)
Payment Method:
Please bring along CASH with Student ID card and register in person at the Counseling and Wellness Center (Room 5003, via Lift 3) during office hours
Certificate:
Official Certificate issued by The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong with the recognition by Mental Health First Aid, Australia upon successful completion of the training
Enquiry:
Tel: 2358 6696 / E-mail: counsel@ust.hk
URL:
http://www.mhfa.com.au/
Remarks:
1. All online learning materials are provided by the Mental Health Association of Hong Kong. Currently only Chinese/Cantonese is available as the medium of instruction.
2. Only participants who is currently in Hong Kong or Macau can access the online course materials.
3. The program fee of $150 will be refunded upon completion of 2 consecutive sessions.

The 12-hour MHFA online course will teach you how to provide initial support to people with mental health problem or people experiencing mental health crisis. It will cover: 

  • Basic knowledge of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders and substance use disorders; 
  • Possible crisis arising from these mental health problems (e.g., suicidal behaviors, acute psychotic behaviors, acute stress reactions) and the necessary interventions;
  • Early intervention and appropriate support to the per…

The 12-hour MHFA online course will teach you how to provide initial support to people with mental health problem or people experiencing mental health crisis. It will cover: 

  • Basic knowledge of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders and substance use disorders; 
  • Possible crisis arising from these mental health problems (e.g., suicidal behaviors, acute psychotic behaviors, acute stress reactions) and the necessary interventions;
  • Early intervention and appropriate support to the person in need before the situation gets worse; 
  • Community resources and professional services available in Hong Kong 


Quotes from past MHFA courses: 

  • “Very good training course in fundamental level for understanding mental health. Highly recommended.” 
  • “Have learnt more detailed information about different mental diseases, useful methods and ways to deal with different situations, very practical.” 
  • “The instructors are very professional and they have experience in dealing with students in mental health concerns. The videos are also very useful.”
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Training

Mental Health First-Aid (MHFA) Course for Students

Date:
25 Sep & 2 Oct 2024
Time:
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Venue:
Venue will be announced in the confirmation email.
Language:
English
Guest / Speaker:
Counselors
Registration Quota:
30
Program Fee:
HK$150 (Refundable)
Payment Method:
Please bring along CASH with Student ID Card and register in person at the Counseling and Wellness Center (Room 5003, via Lift 3) during office hours
Certificate:
Official Certificate issued by The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong with the recognition by Mental Health First Aid, Australia upon successful completion of the training
Enquiry:
Tel: 2358 6696 / E-mail: counsel@ust.hk
URL:
http://www.mhfa.com.au/
Remarks:
The program fee of $150 will be refunded upon completion of 4 consecutive sessions

The 12-hour MHFA course will teach you how to provide initial support to people with mental health problem or people experiencing mental health crisis. It will cover: 

  • Basic knowledge of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders and substance use disorders; 
  • Possible crisis arising from these mental health problems (e.g., suicidal behaviors, acute psychotic behaviors, acute stress reactions) and the necessary interventions;
  • Early intervention and appropriate support to the person in …

The 12-hour MHFA course will teach you how to provide initial support to people with mental health problem or people experiencing mental health crisis. It will cover: 

  • Basic knowledge of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders and substance use disorders; 
  • Possible crisis arising from these mental health problems (e.g., suicidal behaviors, acute psychotic behaviors, acute stress reactions) and the necessary interventions;
  • Early intervention and appropriate support to the person in need before the situation gets worse; 
  • Community resources and professional services available in Hong Kong 


Quotes from past MHFA courses: 

  • “Very good training course in fundamental level for understanding mental health. Highly recommended.” 
  • “Have learnt more detailed information about different mental diseases, useful methods and ways to deal with different situations, very practical.” 
  • “The instructors are very professional and they have experience in dealing with students in mental health concerns. The videos are also very useful.”
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Workshop

Setting Boundaries for Healthy and Fulfilling U-life

Date:
24 Sep 2024 (Tue)
Time:
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Venue:
The workshop will be delivered online via ZOOM. Successful registrants will receive confirmation email with a link to the online session.
Language:
English
Guest / Speaker:
Ms. Lim Ruiqi, Registered Social Worker &
Life Coach, Wholeness Wellness Bar
Registration Quota:
295
Program Fee:
Free
Enquiry:
Tel: 2358 6696 / E-mail: counsel@ust.hk
Remarks:
1. The workshop will be delivered online with Zoom
2. Successful registrants will receive confirmation email with a link to the online session
3. This is a HMAW recognized event in the "Personal Enrichment & Community Service" category under the "Self-directed Experience" of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 2 hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10mins.

Relationships play a vital role in our lives, and establishing healthy boundaries is essential for fostering mutual respect and well-being. Ruiqi, registered social worker and life coach from Wholeness Wellness Bar, would facilitate participants in learning concept of boundaries in relationships, identify different types of boundaries, distinguish between healthy and unhealthy boundaries, understand their personal boundaries and acquire practical tips for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries to cultivate deep, loving and respectful connections that help us navigate university life and beyond. 

Relationships play a vital role in our lives, and establishing healthy boundaries is essential for fostering mutual respect and well-being. Ruiqi, registered social worker and life coach from Wholeness Wellness Bar, would facilitate participants in learning concept of boundaries in relationships, identify different types of boundaries, distinguish between healthy and unhealthy boundaries, understand their personal boundaries and acquire practical tips for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries to cultivate deep, loving and respectful connections that help us navigate university life and beyond. 

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