About this Event
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. To learn more, download the Mental Health First Aid for Youth one-pager.
**There is NO CHARGE for this course, but participants must complete a 2-hour, self-paced online class prior to attending the Instructor-led in-person training. Your instructor will reach out to you prior to the class starting to provide you with information to complete the 2-hour, self-paced portion. Email will come from [email protected]**
Date: Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 4 PM EST
Location: The Branch - 123 Junction Dr, Ashland, VA 23005
This course is funded by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services. You must be a resident of Virginia to register for this course.
Participants will have access to their certificate of completion once they have completed a post-test and evaluation.
Contact [email protected] for any questions or inquiries.
This training is provided by the Hanover County Behavioral Health Wellness Team.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Branch Ashland, 123 Junction Drive, Ashland, United States
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