Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health Training At Work
3-Staged Training Process:
Pre-course education: Allows participants to have an understanding of what will be covered and acknowledge their understanding of mental health.
6.5 hour live virtual training: Interactive, live group training with breakout sessions, direct discussions, and group learning.
Post-course education: Participants test their knowledge and obtain their certification.
identifying signs of
mental illnesses
What is your comfort level with identifying signs of mental illnesses and assisting an individual who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use problem, and/or someone who may be in crisis? Have you experienced a situation you didn’t know how to handle or are you wanting to learn how to help when a situation arises?
The Training
Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course that teaches participants about mental health and substance-use issues. We encourage leaders, managers, and HR professionals to take this course. Private training is also available.
For more information on private training, complete the form at the end of this page.
What The Training Covers:
- Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.
- Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
- How to interact with a person in crisis.
- How to connect a person with help.
- Expanded content on trauma, substance use and self-care.
Learn How To Respond!
The Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE):
A
Assess for risk of suicide or harm.
L
Listen nonjudgmentally.
G
Give reassurance and information.
E
Encourage appropriate professional help.
E
Encourage self-help and other support strategies.
How To Become Certified:
Receive your Mental Health First Aid Certification
Complete 2 hours of pre-course work.
Attend the 6.5-hour course.
Complete the post-course education.