Question 1

I work for a Catholic or Independent school, can attend?

Accepted Answer

No. The funding for the training is for only Queensland Department of Education staff.

Question 2

I work in a TAFE with high school students, can I attend?

Accepted Answer

No. The funding for the training is for only Queensland Department of Education staff.

Question 3

I’m a University student on placement in a DoE state school, can I attend training?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Uni Students on placement within DoE schools can attend with the support of their supervisor with written confirmation sent to Qldworkshops@headspace.org.au.

Question 4

Who can I contact about introducing training to my educational setting (if outside Queensland DoE

Accepted Answer

headspace is open to discussing options for delivery in other educational sectors in all states across Australia. For further information and discussion please contact headspaceschools@headspace.org.au

Question 5

Is training available to other states or sectors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, currently these trainings are only available to Victorian Department of Education staff. If you are from Victoria Department of Education and Training schools, you can see the available sessions via this link headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Events | Eventbrite

Question 6

How much does it cost for me to attend this training?

Accepted Answer

Free. The training is fully funded by the Queensland Department of Education.

There may be costs to cover CRT or other staffing costs.

Question 7

What tech to I need to attend online?

Accepted Answer

We deliver through Microsoft Teams and you require a stable internet connection, working camera and working microphone.

Question 8

What if I have tech issues on the day?

Accepted Answer

Check your equipment prior to training and consult your IT department if you have technical difficulties. Your facilitator only can provide limited troubleshooting advice.

Question 9

Why do I need to provide my personal contact details?

Accepted Answer

For emotional safety contact details must be provided. All information is deleted after training concludes. See the Privacy statement for more information.

Question 10

Is this training run by my local headspace Centre?

Accepted Answer

No, this training is run by headspace Schools & Communities, which is a national initiative. Each headspace Centre is managed independently by a local agency with a local focus.

Question 11

How is this training different from Be You?

Accepted Answer

The Be You initiative complements our training and can provide additional resources and consultation to your school around a whole school approach to wellbeing and supports schools to prepare, respond and recover from death by suicide.

Question 12

Is training endorsed by Department of Education?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SAFEMinds In Practice is supported thanks to a contract between the Qld DoE and headspace.

Question 13

Do I have to stay for the full day? I have to leave early/join late/ attend a meeting during the day

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is a condition of the training that you attend full time.

Please choose a session time you can fully commit to. If you leave early, join late, or leave the training to attend to other matters, you will not be able to continue and will need to complete the full course at another time.

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