Mental Health First Aid Training

WE WANT YOU – Become an MHFA first aider!

First aid courses for physical emergencies are widespread in our society. But what about first aid for mental health? Together with you, we at TU Darmstadt would like to set up a team of student first responders who can provide expert help in this very area!

Mehr Infos zu der MHFA Community erhältst du hier!

One in four Germans is affected by a mental health issue!

Almost everyone knows someone in their personal or professional life who has mental health issues. In our MHFA first responder courses, you will acquire in-depth knowledge about various mental disorders and crises. You will learn to recognize problems early on, how to approach those affected, and how to help others successfully cope with a mental health crisis. You will be trained to

  • provide targeted support
  • Share information
  • Encourage those affected to seek professional help
  • Activate additional resources

The training covers topics such as signs, symptoms, and risk factors of mental disorders, with a focus on depression, anxiety disorders, psychosis, substance abuse, and addiction.

Framework conditions

The Student Health Management offers this seminar to all students free of charge. There is only a registration deposit of €20.00, which will be refunded at the end of the course if you have attended more than 80% of the seminar. In addition, upon successful completion of the seminar, you will receive a certificate attesting to your skills, which could also be useful for your future career.

The course consists of six two-hour sessions.

Would you like to broaden your horizons and/or become a contact person for students in need? Then sign up for the next course!

  • Note: The next SGM training course will take place again in the 2026/27 winter semester.