Psychological First Aid

1 Students

PFA Training 30.05.2025

What is Psychological First Aid (PFA)?
PFA is a set of skills and knowledge that can be used to help people 
who are in distress. It is a way of helping people to feel calm and able 
to cope in a difficult situation.

PFA involves caring about the person in distress, paying attention to 
their reactions, active listening and giving practical help. It is a way of 
supporting and connecting someone to the help they need. 
PFA skills include knowing:
• how to assess a situation
• about common reactions to crises
• how to approach someone in distress
• how to calm someone who needs it
• how to provide emotional support and practical help

3 Students

PFA Training 23.12.2024

What is Psychological First Aid (PFA)?
PFA is a set of skills and knowledge that can be used to help people 
who are in distress. It is a way of helping people to feel calm and able 
to cope in a difficult situation.

PFA involves caring about the person in distress, paying attention to 
their reactions, active listening and giving practical help. It is a way of 
supporting and connecting someone to the help they need. 
PFA skills include knowing:
• how to assess a situation
• about common reactions to crises
• how to approach someone in distress
• how to calm someone who needs it
• how to provide emotional support and practical help

1 Students