Psychological First Aid (PFA)


AlMaarefa University(UM) is a private establishment of higher education, designed to fulfill a recognized public function, by meeting clearly identified needs in important domains for national development.

By adopting an innovative approach to teaching and learning, and by making intensive use of cutting-edge educational technologies.

“We prepare high caliber participants in a knowledge based society and to motivate creativity, excellence in research, education, and community service.

Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an evidence-informed modular approach to help children, adolescents, adults, and families in the immediate aftermath of disaster and terrorism. Individuals affected by a disaster or traumatic incident, whether survivors, witnesses, or responders to such events, may struggle with or face new challenges following the event.

In this course?

  • Understand the basics of psychological first aid?
  • find yourself helping people in times of distress?
  • improve your listening skills?

You can make a difference to the well-being of people through how you interact and communicate during a crisis response, even if the interaction is only brief. The information in this course can be used to support anyone during a crisis situation or day to day stressors.

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