About this Event
Identify. Understand. Respond.
Become Certified in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Mental health challenges are common, and knowing how to respond can make a life-changing difference. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a globally recognized certification course that empowers adults with the skills and confidence to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, respond with compassion, and connect others to the support they need.
Why Attend Mental Health First Aid?
Just as CPR helps you assist someone experiencing a physical emergency, Mental Health First Aid prepares you to support someone facing a mental health or substance use challenge.
Through this interactive, evidence-based training, you will learn how to:
- Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges
- Understand how thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and appearance can signal someone may be struggling
- Respond with empathy, reassurance, and nonjudgmental listening
- Apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to support individuals in both non-crisis and crisis situations
- Connect people to appropriate professional and community resources
- Support recovery and wellbeing, while maintaining safety, privacy, and boundaries
- Practice self-care strategies to sustain your own wellbeing after supporting others
You’ll leave with a practical, easy-to-use framework that can help you support colleagues, friends, family members, and members of your community.
What to Expect: Course Format
This blended certification course combines flexible online learning with engaging instructor-led training:
- Part 1: Self-Paced Online Learning (2 hours)
Build foundational knowledge at your own pace before the live session. This is required to attend the live course. - Part 2: Instructor-Led Training (Full Day)
Participate in an interactive session led by two certified instructors. You’ll engage in discussions, activities, and real-world scenarios to practice applying your skills. Lunch is provided. - Part 3: Certification Exam & Post-Survey
Complete a brief exam and survey to earn your Mental Health First Aid certification.
What You Will Gain
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Describe the role and purpose of a Mental Health First Aider
- Recognize early and worsening signs of mental health and substance use challenges
- Apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in real-life situations
- Respond confidently and appropriately in both non-crisis and crisis scenarios
- Understand the importance and impact of early intervention
- Promote hope by recognizing that recovery is possible
Most importantly, you’ll gain the confidence to step forward—not away—when someone needs support.
Who Should Attend?
Mental Health First Aid is for everyone. No prior experience or clinical background is required.
This training is especially valuable for:
- Supervisors and managers
- Human service professionals
- Educators and administrators
- Healthcare and community workers
- HR professionals
- Anyone who wants to better support others at work, home, or in their community
What Participants Are Saying
“ If you think Mental Health First Aid Training isn't for you, think again, it's not just for those in the mental health field, I walked away with skills and a frame of reference I can use in my daily life and now feel empowered to have real conversations which can be helpful to a family member, loved one, colleague, staff member, etc. who may benefit from mental health assistance.”
— Dawn Whalen, Executive Director, Rebuilding Together Hartford
“I found going through MHFA training to be immediately applicable as it gave me the tools to slow down and observe the people in my life at work, at home, and in the community. I was moved with emotions during the training that got me to get moving with these new skills to make a difference.”
— Darrin Tulley, CEO and Chief of Possibilities, Ignite Happy
Join the Movement
Thousands of people across the country are becoming certified Mental Health First Aiders and helping create safer, more supportive workplaces and communities. You can be one of them. By registering, you’re taking an important step toward building the skills, awareness, and confidence to support others—and yourself.
Register Today
Spaces are limited. Thanks to the support of Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union, this $170 course is available for just $50 per person, making this training more accessible to our community. Secure your spot and become part of a growing network of individuals committed to making a difference.
Register now to become certified in Mental Health First Aid.
For questions or additional information, contact: [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Fourth Floor Community Room, 500 Enterprise Drive, Rocky Hill, United States
USD 55.20
