Mental Health First Aid

Length: The course can be delivered in one of three ways:

1. In-person – 8 Hours in an in-person setting (limited to 30 participants), over the course of one, two, or four days
2. Virtual/In-person – 2-hour self-paced online pre-work followed by 6 hours in an in-person classroom setting
3. Virtual – 2-hour self-paced online pre-work followed by 6 hours in a virtual setting (i.e. Zoom)

Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based, early-intervention course that teaches participants about mental health and substance use challenges. This training will help you identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. You will gain the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

Course Objectives:

• Recognize the potential risk factors and warning signs for a range of mental health problems.
• Use a 5-step action plan to help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional help.
• Interpret the prevalence of various mental health disorders in the U.S. and the need for reduced negative attitudes in their communities.
• Apply knowledge of the appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help resources available to help someone with a mental health problem treat and manage the problem and achieve recovery.