Adult Mental Health First Aid (Blended-Virtual)

Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you 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.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

* Describe the purpose of Mental Health First Aid and the role of the Mental Health First Aider.

* Identify the impact of mental health challenges on the well-being of adults in the U.S.

* Explain that recovery from a mental health challenge is possible.

* Describe the principles of safety and privacy for both the Mental Health First Aider and the person receiving first aid.

* Explain the 5 steps of the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE).

* Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges that may impact adults.

* Evaluate the impact of early intervention on mental health challenges.

* Apply the appropriate steps of the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE) when a person shows early signs of a mental health challenge.

* Apply the appropriate steps of the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE) when a person shows worsening signs of a mental health challenge.

* Apply the appropriate steps of the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE) to crisis situations.

* Choose appropriate methods for self-care following the application of Mental Health First Aid in a crisis or non-crisis situation.

This "Blended-Virtual" course is scheduled for 01/23/2025. There is a 2-hour, self-paced, online pre-work with this course. The pre-work must be completed prior to the Zoom training, as all material taught during the Zoom training builds upon the pre-work. You must have audio and video capabilities to attend. Participants will receive a personal email from the instructor(s) with instructions regarding access to the MHFA Connect website, pre- and post- work, and the Zoom training.

Once you complete the Instructor Lead Session and the pre- and post- work, you will receive a 3-year certification.

Event Venue

Online