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Become an MHFA Instructor , If You’re Ready to Lead

Meet the eligibility, complete the training, and step into a role where you guide others to recognize, respond, and support mental health effectively.

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CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY

Do You Meet the Requirements to Become an Instructor?

You don’t need to be perfect — but you do need the mindset, commitment, and ability to guide others.

You’re Willing to Lead and Teach

You’re ready to guide groups and facilitate meaningful discussions.

You Have Strong Communication Skills

You can explain ideas clearly and engage people in conversations.

You Care About Mental Health

You’re committed to supporting others and making a real difference.

You’re Open to Learning and Growth

You’re willing to develop your skills and follow a structured training process.

You Can Commit Time to Training

You’re ready to complete the program and deliver training when required.

If this sounds like you — you’re ready to take the next step.

About the MHFA Instructor Course

MHFA India offers standardized instructor training to equip you with the knowledge and skills to deliver the Standard Mental Health First Aid (SMHFA) Course for different groups. As an instructor, you can empower people around you to transform the way they understand and address mental health and illnesses. As a Mental Health First Aid Instructor, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact by empowering individuals with the skills to provide initial support to those experiencing mental health challenges. Your role will involve facilitating discussions, delivering training sessions, and promoting mental health awareness and understanding within your community or organization.

Check the selection criteria

  • Knowledge of mental health problems and their treatment
  • Certified the MHFA standard course
  • Personal or professional experience of supporting people with mental illness
  • A positive attitude towards people with mental health problems
  • Excellent training experience and communication skills
  • Knowledge of the current mental health situation and services in India
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • A proven record of good conduct in the community and at the workplaces
  • Enthusiasm to deliver MHFA courses
  • A business plan for training provision
  • Residence in Albania

What will you learn during the instructor training?

  • Training will equip you with the knowledge and skills to deliver MHFA training with confidence.
  • Introduction to the 12-hour MHFA (the standard course) from the instructor perspective
  • Learn how to deliver the MHFA program to suit diverse learning styles of people.
  • Learn how to be consistent and deliver MHFA training rigorously.
  • Opportunity to run mock sessions while being mentored by senior instructors
  • Get feedback and guidance on the training skills and techniques that assure ethical and safe delivery.
  • Test your knowledge of mental health and illnesses.
  • Learn the core values of the MHFA program, its research, and its evaluations.
  • Familiarize yourself with the MHFA Instructor Management System when creating and managing the training.
  • Skills and collateral on ways to promote the MHFA training effectively

Assessment for Certification

  • Post-training you have a minimum of 10 hours independent work. Read, learn, and navigate the Trainers Kit, MHFA Manual and all materials and processes.
  • Shadow an accredited trainer during training delivery-minimum 1 full training
  • Co-train with other trainers. The feedback of the learners is very important to assess whether it is needed to continue co-training, be mentored, or get certified.
  • Address questions and doubts with your mentor, the instructor.
  • Based on satisfactory achievement in all components of the training, you shall be certified as an accredited instructor.
  • The preparation period can last until 6 months from the date of completion of the training.

The Training Approach

  • MHFA instructor training is facilitated only by the MHFA India National Instructors.
  • There are 40-hours of mandatory participation and a minimum of 10 hours of independent work for reading and preparation.
  • Every training session accommodates only 16 participants at a time to assure effective learning.
  • Learning will be conducted according to the type of course in which you have enrolled. Only in person( face-to-face ) or blended mode.
  • Accreditation is not guaranteed for all participants in the course. For more information, read the FAQs.
  • You must be present and active at all times, and you must complete all components of the training.
  • On accreditation, you need to sign the MHFA India Instructor Agreement.

MHFA India Instructor Role

  • As an accredited MHFA India instructor, you are a member of the MHFA India Instructor team.
  • Set up your training calendar and open training at the MHFA India instructors' training management system.
  • Purchase access to various MHFA learning tools and materials for your trainees.
  • Deliver the 12-hour Standard MHFA course with the core framework and key messages.
  • Reach out to other instructors for collaboration and co-training.
  • Get updates from MHFA India on keeping up with MHFA Instructor skills and knowledge.

Maintaining the accreditation

  • Sign the Instructor Agreement every year for the renewal of your membership.
  • Pay the annual membership. The first payment is to be made 1 month before the completion of 12 months from the last day of training.
  • Deliver successfully a minimum of three MHFA India trainings annually.
  • Participate in a minimum of two evidence-based and scientific events to keep up with ongoing mental health updates.
  • Respect and adhere to the signed agreement and its terms and conditions.
  • Carry good conduct and keep the MHFA values high.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re ready to lead, teach, and create real impact — start your journey to becoming an MHFA Instructor today.

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Licensed by MHFA International since 2017, Mental Health First Aid India delivers globally recognized training to build mental health awareness and support. Now in Albania, extending this proven approach to empower individuals, workplaces, and communities.

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