Building Mentally Healthy Communities

Practical, evidence-based Mental Health First Aid training for schools, sporting organisations and workplaces.

Delivered by experienced Guidance Counsellors and accredited Mental Health First Aid Australia instructors.

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WHO WE SUPPORT

Who We Help

Tailored Mental Health First Aid training designed to meet the needs of schools, sporting organisations and workplaces.

Schools

Supporting student wellbeing

Supporting teachers, wellbeing teams and school leaders to recognise, respond to and support young people experiencing mental health challenges.

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Sporting Organisations

Building mentally healthy clubs

Helping coaches, volunteers and committees build mentally healthy and supportive sporting communities through practical, evidence-based training.

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Workplaces

Creating resilient teams

Building mentally healthy workplaces by increasing mental health literacy, confidence and the ability to support colleagues when it matters most.

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OUR TRAINING

Our Training Programs

Practical, evidence-based training programs that build confidence, capability and mental health literacy.

Youth MHFA

Supporting Young People

For adults supporting young people aged 12-18 years.

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Standard MHFA

Supporting Adults

Develop confidence and practical skills to support adults experiencing mental health challenges.

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Refresher Courses

Maintaining Accreditation

Maintain accreditation and refresh your knowledge and skills.

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Custom Workshops

Tailored Solutions

Tailored wellbeing and mental health training for organisations and communities

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WHY TRUE NORTH

Why Choose True North Training?

Experienced Guidance Counsellors, accredited Mental Health First Aid Australia instructors and practical, evidence-based training tailored to your organisation.

Practical expertise

Experienced Guidance Counsellors

Practical Expertise

Our facilitators work directly with young people, families and school communities and bring real-world experience to every training session.

Accredited Mental Health First Aid training

Accredited MHFA Instructors

Nationally Recognised
Evidence-based training

Evidence-Based Training

Research Informed  

Our training is grounded in current research and practical strategies that participants can confidently apply in schools, sporting organisations and workplaces

Education specialists

Education Specialists

School Expertise

We understand the challenges faced by schools and educators and tailor training to meet their unique needs.

Sporting sector experience

Sporting Sector Experience

Community Focussed

We work with sporting clubs and organisations to strengthen mental health literacy and create supportive environments.

Australia-wide delivery

Australia-Wide Delivery

Flexible Delivery

Courses can be delivered face-to-face or online to organisations across Australia.

MEET THE TEAM

Meet the Trainers

True North Training was founded by Brendan Macaulay and Nathan McGuire, experienced Guidance Counsellors and accredited Mental Health First Aid Australia instructors. Through their work in schools, sport and community settings, they recognised the importance of building mental health literacy, confidence and capability within organisations and communities.

Brendan Macaulay, True North Training co-founder and Youth MHFA instructor

Brendan Macaulay

Guidance Counsellor | Accredited Youth MHFA Instructor

Brendan is a Guidance Counsellor and accredited Youth Mental Health First Aid instructor. He delivers Youth MHFA in online, blended and face-to-face formats, as well as Youth MHFA refresher training. Drawing on his experience supporting young people, families and school communities, Brendan delivers practical and engaging training that helps participants respond with confidence.

Nathan McGuire, True North Training co-founder and MHFA instructor

Nathan McGuire

Guidance Counsellor | Accredited MHFA Instructor

Nathan is a Guidance Counsellor and accredited Mental Health First Aid instructor. He delivers Youth MHFA and Standard MHFA in online, blended and face-to-face formats, along with refresher training for both programs. Nathan brings extensive experience across schools, sporting organisations and community settings, with a practical approach that helps participants apply their learning confidently.

True North Training

Building mentally healthy communities through practical, evidence-based training.

Contact

info@truenorthtraining.com.au

Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Australia

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