Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour training course designed to give members of the public key skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Registration is free.
When is training offered?
There will be up to 2 virtual MHFA trainings per month from 9am-3:30pm. Please note that there is up to 2 hours of online pre- work needed prior to virtual trainings. This allows virtual trainings to be 6 hours instead of the required 8 hours needed for in person trainings.
In person trainings are available for businesses and/or groups of 10 or more. Spanish trainings are available!
Interested in signing up? Contact Pam Kenney, Director of Advocacy
What is Mental Health First Aid?
Mental Health First Aid is a course that teaches you to identify, understand, and respond to the signs of a mental health or substance abuse problem. MHFA training gives people the skills they need to reach and provide initial help and support to someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Who is this training for?
Mental Health First Aiders are people who want to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all.
How much does it cost?
Training is free, but the cost for the book/materials is approximately $30 per participant.