Psychological First Aid Training equips teachers and educators with practical knowledge to recognize and respond to students who may be experiencing emotional or psychological distress. The program introduces the fundamentals of Psychological First Aid, appropriate ways to communicate with students, and the importance of timely referral to professional support.

Through expert-led live sessions, curated learning resources, and practical case studies, participants will learn to respond appropriately while understanding the boundaries of their role as educators.

The Course aims to help educators recognize emotional distress, provide appropriate initial support, respond with empathy, and connect students with professional help when required.

Course Schedule

Course Duration: 10 hours
Live Expert Session: 22nd & 27th October, 2026 - Live Session, 6–8 PM IST
Certification Examination: 31st October & 1st November, 2026

Course Duration & Learning Format

8 Hours of Learning, including:

• 4-hour live interactive training sessions with experts
• Curated study and reading materials
• Self-paced learning resources
• Practical case studies and scenario-based learning
• 60-minute AI-proctored online certification examination
• Opportunity to earn an official IIT Madras Pravartak certificate

Learning Journey:

Follow these four steps end-to-end to earn your certification.

For School Teachers & Educators looking to develop their understanding of student mental well-being and learn practical approaches to providing appropriate initial support during situations involving emotional distress.

Module 1: Student Mental Well-being

• Understanding student well-being and emotional needs.

Module 2: Recognizing Emotional Distress

• Identifying signs of emotional distress and when support is needed.

Module 3: Psychological First Aid Basics

• Learning the principles of providing empathetic and appropriate support.

Module 4: Referral & Professional Support

• Understanding when and how to connect students with professional support.

Module 5: Case Studies

• Applying Psychological First Aid principles to real-world student situations.

By the end of the Course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of student mental well-being.
• Recognize common signs of emotional and psychological distress in students.
• Understand the basic principles of Psychological First Aid.
• Develop empathetic and appropriate communication skills for supporting students.
• Understand the role and boundaries of educators when responding to student distress.
• Identify situations where professional support or referral may be required.
• Understand appropriate referral and support pathways.
• Apply Psychological First Aid principles to practical case scenarios.
• Develop greater confidence in responding to student well-being concerns.
• Earn a verifiable IIT Madras Pravartak certificate upon successfully completing the certification examination.

Your final examination score determines the grade awarded on your certificate. Grades are assigned according to the following criteria:

• Grade A — 85% and above
• Grade B — 75% to below 85%
• Grade C — 60% to below 75%
• Grade D — 40% to below 60%

Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 40% to be eligible for certification.