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Welcome to The Kettle's On Learning

At The Kettle's On Learning, we believe the best conversations start with a cuppa. We partner with businesses across Australia to create mentally healthy, supportive workplaces through engaging Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and practical HR advisory services.

Whether you're looking to build your team's confidence in supporting mental health, strengthen workplace wellbeing, or navigate people and HR challenges with confidence, we provide practical, people-focused solutions tailored to your organisation.

Together, we can create workplaces where people feel supported, valued, and equipped to thrive.

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About me

Hello, I'm Frances.

The name The Kettle's On Learning reflects something that's important to me.

Growing up in England, the kettle was always the first thing to go on when someone needed a chat, support or simply a moment to connect. I still believe that some of the most meaningful conversations begin over a cup of tea (or maybe in Melbourne a coffee!).

In 2019, my passion for workplace mental health led me to become an accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor. I believe that every workplace deserves the confidence and skills to support employees experiencing mental health challenges.

Combining evidence-based MHFA training with practical HR advisory services, I can help businesses create healthier cultures, stronger leaders and safer, more connected teams.

I'd love to help your organisation build the knowledge, confidence and culture that supports both your people and your business.

Services Provided

Flexible course delivery options are available to suit your organisation's needs, including face-to-face, online, and blended learning formats, ensuring an engaging and practical learning experience for every participant.

Please see the options below.

NEW - Mental Health Toolbox Sessions

Not every workplace needs, or even wants, a full Mental Health First Aid course.

Sometimes, your team just needs a little more knowledge, confidence and practical tools around a specific mental health topic.

Our New Toolbox Sessions are short, information sessions that are practical and tailored to your workplace. Sessions can cover a range of topics, including:

  • Recognising the signs of mental health and illness and having the conversation

  • Supporting an employee experiencing mental health concerns – practical guidance for colleagues, managers and leaders.

  • Mental Health First Aid and psychosocial risks – exploring how MHFA can complement your approach to psychosocial risk management.

  • Mental health awareness – building understanding, reducing stigma and creating more confident conversations at work.

Sessions are delivered onsite, with a minimum duration of one hour, and can be tailored to suit your team and the issues that are most relevant to your workplace.

Practical, conversational and free from unnecessary jargon, these sessions are designed to give your people something they can take away and use.

Have a topic in mind? Let's put the kettle on and have a chat.

Blended Essentials Package

Our Essentials Package includes;

  • Standard Blended Workplace MHFA Course.

  • eLearning direct with MHFA (approx. 4-6hours)

  • Followed by an instructor led face to face session, 4 hours at a site of your choosing

    OR

  • Followed by two instructor led webinar sessions.

All participants will receive a hard copy of the MHFA Manual, and will have the option to obtain a MHFA accreditation via MHFA.

Standard Essentials Package

This package includes a fully instructor led standard MHFA course.

The sessions are run in-house, face to face, at a location of your choice.

The course is facilitated over two 6 hour days or four 3 hour sessions.

All participants will receive a hard copy of the MHFA Manual, and will have the option to obtain a MHFA accreditation via MHFA.

Refresher Essentials Package

This package includes a fully instructor led standard MHFA course.

The sessions are run in-house at a location of your choice.

The course can be facilitated face to face, in a 4-hour session or online via a 5-hour online session

All participants will receive a hard copy of the MHFA Manual, and will have the option to renew their MHFA accreditation via MHFA.

Workplace+

Our Wokplace+ Package includes;

  • 30min Consultation with the business prior to course facilitation

  • Tailored industry or profession discussion points

  • Standard Blended Workplace MHFA Course.

  • eLearning direct with MHFA (approx. 4-6hours)

  • Followed by; an instructor led face to face session, 4 hours at a site of your choosing OR by two instructor led webinar sessions of 2.5 hours each.

  • Follow up 30mins Q&A session with participants.

All participants will receive a hard copy of the MHFA Manual, and will have the option to obtain a MHFA accreditation via MHFA.

Leadership Package

Our Leadership Package includes;

  • 30min Consultation with the business prior to course facilitation

  • Tailored industry or profession discussion points

  • Standard Blended Workplace MHFA Course.

  • eLearning direct with MHFA (approx. 4-6hours)

  • Followed by; an instructor led face to face session, 4 hours at a site of your choosing OR by two instructor led webinar sessions of 2.5 hours each.

  • 1hr Leadership session on either Discussions on Psychosocial Safety or Managing difficult conversations.

  • Guide and policy on implementing Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace.

All participants will receive a hard copy of the MHFA Manual, and will have the option to obtain a MHFA accreditation via MHFA.

From our customers

Here's what past participants have said about their experience.

All feedback is shared anonymously through the MHFA portal, giving people the opportunity to provide honest reflections on what they found valuable and how the training has helped them.

Wonderful experience - one of the better trainings I have done!

Participant

Cooee Speech Pathology

Frances was a great instructor. Very approachable and knowledgeable. She was able to answer all questions that came up and gave us the confidence to participate and contribute without judgment. Great vibe and personality also. Thank you

Participant

Speech Ease

Frances was amazing to deal with. She had lots of ways to explain one topic to help different learning capacities. She speaks well and in a very engaging presenter. I wish she could do all my courses! 

Participant

Hontondo Homes

Frances was wonderful. Engaging and energetic and talked through delicate content with great care.

Participant

McLardy McShane

Frances provided a safe space that allowed for open conversation. She listened and hear what we were saying, prompted when needed and held back when that was appropriate. She showed a thorough knowledge of the content along with real life examples.

Participant

Simply Stronger

I now feel confident that I can approach someone if they seem to be struggling with something. I now know that this is a great thing to do.

Participant

Powercor

Instructor was extremely engaging and kept my attention.

Participant

Powercor

Frances was amazing. Super engaging and was a great instructor! Thanks again!

Participant

Sage Support Coordination

I appreciated the time at the start to identify our learning style as a team and how we can be supported to engage

Participant

Sage Support Coordination

Contact Us

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Address

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Phone

0412406745

Email

thekettlesonlearning@gmail.com

Operating Hours

Monday - Friday - 9.00am - 5pm

Courses can be held on weekends and outside of the above hours - please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here you'll find answers to some of the most common questions about our training, course delivery, and what to expect. If you can't find what you're looking for, please get in touch, using the contact form, I'm always happy to help.

Mental Health First Aid Australia’s story began in 2000. It has since evolved into a global movement with the program now adopted in 29 countries, with more than 8 million people now trained worldwide.

For more information got to: https://www.mhfa.com.au/

All participants in an MHFA course, will have the opportunity to undertake a short assessment through MHFA, which if successful, will provide them with a 3 year accreditation.

There are various ways we can facilitate a MHFA course - there are face to face and online options for the standard MHFA course.

The eLearning is part of the Blended course range. It is completed at your own pace and usually takes between 4 - 6hours, but there is no right or wrong on how long it takes!

Course fees vary depending on the training package, delivery method, and the size of your group.

If you'd like a tailored quote, simply get in touch via the contact form, and I'll be happy to prepare an obligation-free proposal that meets your organisation's needs.

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