The course is a flexible, teacher-led mental health literacy curriculum that delivers age-appropriate psychoeducation and equips students with the practical skills to recognise, respond to and seek help for mental health concerns in themselves and their peers.

The course was developed over a 2 year period using the Delphi consensus method, an internationally recognised research approach used to determine best-practice strategies in mental health education.

This structured process brought together subject-matter experts which included:

• Leading psychologists.
• Youth mental health professionals.
• Practising teachers and wellbeing leaders.
• Young people and student voice.

Yes. The course is grounded in established research across psychology, education, youth development and public health.

The curriculum draws upon:

• Mental health literacy research.
• Early intervention frameworks.
• Helpseeking theory.
• Peer support research.

While the course is not a clinical intervention, it is firmly grounded in recognised preventative mental health principles and designed for safe, classroom-based delivery.

The course equips students with practical skills that extend beyond the classroom, strengthening mental health literacy, peer support capability and responsible help-seeking.

Students learn to:

• Understand the foundations of mental health.
• Recognise when a peer may be struggling.
• Respond safely using the R.E.A.C.H. conversation model.
• Know when and how to involve a trusted adult.
• Strengthen their own emotional literacy and resilience.

Year 8 represents a pivotal stage for developing mental health literacy, social awareness and positive help-seeking behaviours.

By introducing structured, practical skills at this point in development, the course supports schools adopting a preventative approach that equips young people to support themselves and their peers, while fostering a culture of early intervention and shared responsibility.

The course can also be adapted for Year 7 and 9.

The course consists of four modules:

1. The Foundations of Mental Health
   Students learn the emotional, psychological and social dimensions of wellbeing, while addressing common misconceptions.
2. The Conversation Hump Model
   Using the R.E.A.C.H. acronym students learn how to recognise signs of concern, listen with empathy and guide peers towards appropriate support.
3. Practical Scenarios & Role-Play
   Students practise applying the Conversation Hump model, strengthening their confidence and communication skills.
4. Online Accreditation
   Students complete a short, interactive quiz reinforcing key concepts from the course to receive a Certificate in Youth Wellbeing.

No. The content is intentionally designed to be emotionally safe for delivery to a general cohort and does not explicitly reference suicide or self-harm.

The focus remains on:

• Building emotional literacy.
• Recognising signs of distress.
• Responding safely and appropriately.
• Encouraging support from trusted adults.

The course is designed to be teacher-led, using short-form videos, downloadable resources, structured discussion prompts and optional activities.

No. This course does not require you to be an expert. The course is designed to be delivered by classroom teachers and does not require specialist expertise or external accreditation.

To support implementation, short induction and module overview videos are provided. These will take around 15 minutes to complete.

• Introduction
  Overview of the purpose, outcomes and flexible delivery options.
• How to Facilitate
  Practical guidance and engagement strategies.
• Course Overview
  Walks through of the four course modules and key outcomes.
• Tips & Support
  Key reminders and where to access further assistance.
• Module 1 Overview
  Students learn the Foundations of Mental Health.
• Module 2 Overview
  Students learn the Conversation Hump using the R.E.A.C.H acronym for supporting a friend.
• Module 3 Overview
  Students practice applying the Conversation Hump through a series of Role-Play exercises.
• Module 4 Overview
  Students complete a short quiz to earn a Certificate in Youth Wellbeing.

There are also Teacher Notes with an included Lesson Plan which can be downloaded from the platform for easy reference.

Research and school feedback consistently indicate that teacher-led delivery strengthens both engagement and impact. Familiar facilitators create a safe and trusted environment, increasing student participation and openness during sensitive discussions.

Teacher-led delivery allows schools to:

• Leverage existing trust and rapport with students.
• Contextualise discussions to their specific cohort.
• Provide continuity and follow-up support where needed.
• Implement the course simply within existing structures.

Yes. The course is fully digital, flexible and simple to implement. Designed for use across diverse school settings, the course can be introduced with minimal disruption to existing routines.

Each module fits within a standard lesson block, or the full course can be delivered as a one-day intensive, depending on the school’s timetable and wellbeing priorities.

Yes. There is no minimum group size, allowing schools to tailor implementation to their context and needs.

The course can be delivered in a variety of formats. Schools may choose to implement it with full year-level cohorts, individual class groups, or smaller groups such as peer leaders or wellbeing ambassadors.

Yes. The course aligns with the Health and Physical Education learning area of the Australian Curriculum (ACARA) for Years 7–8, including descriptors related to helpseeking, emotional regulation and interpersonal skills.

It also integrates seamlessly into Pastoral Care, PDHPE, PSHE and broader school wellbeing frameworks, making it adaptable across diverse educational settings.

Yes. Schools incorporate the course as:

• A foundational Year 7, 8 or 9 wellbeing initiative.
• A structured complement to existing pastoral care programs.
• A preventative layer within a broader student support framework.

It integrates effectively into whole-school wellbeing strategies, strengthening early intervention and consistent messaging.

Yes. It is appropriate for:

• Government, Catholic and Independent schools
• Urban and rural settings.
• Culturally diverse communities.
• The course maintains a universal and inclusive focus, designed to support diverse student populations across a wide range of school environments.

Teachers remain embedded within their school’s existing safeguarding and wellbeing frameworks and would follow standard protocols if a student requires additional support.

The course is intentionally designed to minimise the likelihood of distress. Its preventative, strengths-based approach focuses on emotional literacy, safe peer support and appropriate help-seeking rather than exposure to high-risk or triggering content.

Teachers require:

• A screen and speakers.
• Internet access.
• The provided digital or printed course resources.

Students require:

• A pen and notebook, should they wish to take notes.
• Student Workbook (available to downloaded from the platform).

Minimal technology setup is needed, making the course straightforward to implement within standard classroom environments.

Yes. Upon completion of the online accreditation, students receive a Certificate in Youth Wellbeing from SchoolTV Academy recognising their understanding and commitment to responsible peer support.

The certificate can strengthen applications for roles involving children and young people, such as babysitting or coaching, and serves as a valuable addition to a CV or personal portfolio.

Yes. Teachers who deliver the course receive a Certificate of Facilitation from SchoolTV Academy in recognition of their role in supporting student mental health literacy and peer support development.

This may contribute toward professional learning hours, in line with individual school or sector requirements.

The course is priced at $29 per student.

There are NO additional:

• Accreditation costs.
• Licensing fees.
• External facilitator expenses.
• Staff backfilling costs.

This transparent pricing model allows schools to implement the course confidently without hidden or ongoing charges.

Student privacy is prioritised at every stage of the course.

• Minimal personal data is collected.
• Survey data is anonymised in reporting.
• No sensitive disclosures are required.
• Schools retain control over participant lists.

The course is designed to uphold strong privacy standards while enabling safe and effective delivery within school environments.

Teachers receive 12 months of access to the course for nominated students.

Students have access to:

• The pre-course survey.
• The Module 4 accreditation assessment.
• Teachers retain full access to all course content throughout the access period.

Yes. Upon completion, schools receive the following to share with families:

• A Special Report video highlighting the key themes of the course and the importance of peer support and early help-seeking.
• A downloadable KEYpoints Flyer which can be translated into 60+ languages to support culturally diverse communities.

These resources sit within the platform and can be easily shared with families, helping to reinforce learning at home and strengthen school–family engagement.

Schools are choosing the Youth Wellbeing Course because it provides a preventative, scalable and classroom-ready approach to youth mental health literacy.

Schools value:

• No requirement for staff accreditation.
• Teacher-led delivery within existing timetables.
• Emotionally safe, strengths-based content.
• Cost-effective whole-cohort rollout.
• Flexible implementation options.

Many schools use the course:

• As their foundational Year 8 wellbeing initiative.
• To prepare students prior to extended camps or transitions.
• As part of the Year 8 Health curriculum.
• To strengthen peer leadership groups.
• As a preventative layer before more intensive interventions.

This flexibility allows schools to embed the course strategically within their broader wellbeing framework.

The Youth Wellbeing Course is specifically designed for seamless classroom implementation, removing many of the barriers associated with external programs.

Key differences include:

• No external accreditation or specialist facilitator required.
• Teacher-led delivery by trusted staff who know their students.
• Emotionally safe content suitable for a general cohort.
• Full flexibility within existing timetables.
• Cost-effective whole year-level rollout.

The course is intentionally built to sit within existing school frameworks, enabling practical, preventative mental health education without logistical complexity.