Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid builds skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. The course teaches risk factors and warning signs, strategies for supporting someone in both crisis and non-crisis situations, and how to provide initial support until professional help is available.

Learning Objectives:

Recognize signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges.
Provide initial support to someone experiencing a mental health or substance use concern until professional help is available.
Apply the Mental Health First Aid action plan in both crisis and non-crisis situations.

Attendee Requirements:

Attendees must complete registration through the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Registration links and support are provided as needed. Pre- and post-course assessments are required to obtain certification.

No Upcoming Sessions Currently

FEE:

Varies by location and group size Please inquire for pricing.

CAPACITY:

Determined by facilitator and training space availability.

TRAINING TOPIC:

Employment & Community Supports, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Accessibility

TRAINING FORMAT:

In Person

INTENDED AUDIENCE:

Employment Service Providers, Employers, Individuals/Families, Other Service Providers, Managers

Meet the Trainers

Heather Evans

Training & Technical Assistance Manager

I felt the course was well balanced in both learning and practical application.

The practice scenarios were the most helpful part of the course. It was beneficial to put what we learned into action and role play what being a first aider may entail when out in the community.

I thought Heather did a great job presenting. One of the most important things in my opinion was to create a safe space where attendees felt comfortable asking questions and speaking about difficult topics. I think Heather did a great job in creating the space, answering our questions, and leading us through this training that led to us being able to have very meaningful conversations.

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