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The Lake County Health Department will be accepting applications for its next Adult Mental Health First Aid instructor training, being held January 28-30, 2026, in Waukegan, Illinois.Trainees will learn how to teach the Adult Mental Health First Aid course, including the five-step action plan, evidence-supported treatment, and self-help strategies.
We are looking for applicants who have:
- Empathy towards individuals with behavioral health challenges.
- Enthusiasm for reducing stigma associated with mental illness.
- Knowledge of mental health and substance use issues.
- Experience teaching adults and facilitating groups.
- Understanding of best practices in adult learning.
The three-day in-person training, which normally costs $2,200 per person, is offered for free to qualified applicants. In exchange, individuals who take the course agree to teach three Adult Mental Health First Aid classes.
Applications accepted from December 1 through December 12, 2025. Download the application at https://mentalhealth.today/instructor.
Questions? Email [email protected]
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