Program Description

Course Description

Nearly 1 IN 5 U.S. adults lives with a Mental Illness. 

National Institute of Mental Health via the National Survey on Drug Use and Health and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

Mental Health First Aid is the initial help offered to a person developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate treatment and support are received or until the crisis resolves.

What Participants Learn

· Risk factors and warning signs of mental health and substance use problems

· Information on depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis and substance use

· A 5-step action plan to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or is in crisis

· Available evidence-based professional, peer and self-help resources

Requirements

Three Options:

  • Virtual. First Aiders will complete a 2-hour, self-paced online class, and then participate in a 5.5-hour, Instructor-led videoconference.
  • Blended Learning. After completing a 2-hour, self-paced class, First Aiders will participate in a 4-hour, in-person, Instructor-led class.
  • In-person. First Aiders will receive their training as an 8-hour, Instructor-led, in-person course.

Payment

  • Open enrollment classes will require a minimum of 10 students and require payment at the time of registration.

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Gail Anderson

Gail Anderson

Sarah Behrens

Sarah Behrens