Instructor Bio

Tammy is a dynamic leader renowned for her extensive experience in health education and Mental Health First Aid training. Her journey began as an Intensive Care Nurse, progressing to roles in a Cardiac Unit, and later, a career in health education. In 2007, driven by a deep commitment to health education and prevention after losing a dear friend, Tammy established Core Health Consulting. Her influential work with Australia's mining companies led to the 2009 publication of 'The Real Man's Tool Box' by Hachette, authored under her maiden name, Tammy Farrell.

Her diverse career spans multiple industries, including mining, engineering, councils, rail, electrical trades, corporate sectors, oncology, agriculture, schools, and community organisations. Collaborating with Bowel Cancer Australia, she helped develop Patient Services, providing nursing and nutritional support to patients and families. Her workplace presentations address a wide range of topics, from general health and mental well-being to fatigue and nutrition, enhancing the well-being of countless individuals.

Through her experiences in healthcare and workplace settings, Tammy noted the critical role of resilience in navigating challenges. Understanding resilience's pivotal role in success or failure, she dedicated herself to mental health education. Tammy became a Master Instructor in Mental Health First Aid, extending her expertise to resilience training, empowering individuals to engage in essential and sometimes challenging discussions about mental health.

She is an ardent advocate for destigmatising mental health issues and fostering mental health literacy, aiming to normalise these conversations to offer vital support during difficult times. Through resilience skill-building, Tammy is committed to helping companies and their teams thrive, believing in the power of resilience to foster healthier, more supportive work environments.

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