Mental Health First Aid Certification Training 2026
About this Event
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to support a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being, a mental health or substance use crisis until professional help is available.
The practical skills of MHFA help you develop the confidence and peace of mind knowing you can support those around you, and your ability to self-care and prioritize you well-being while supporting others.
This in-depth course, upon completion and assessment, provides participants:
- Increase Mental Health Awareness
- Enhance Mental Health
- Improve Confidence to Help
The 2-day format of the MHFA Certification allows for robust, scenario-based training on the identification and support of declining mental health and crises, and provides a deeper understanding of mental health disorders and influences.
Pricing Information Certification: $350 per person plus EventBrite fees
Course Overview
Welcome and Introductions: Participants set group expectations and create asafe, respectful space for learning together.
Goals of Mental Health First Aid: This section outlines the course objectives and clarifies the role and responsibilities of a Mental Health First Aider.
What is Mental Health: Explore definitions of mental health and illness, the impact of stigma, and learn to recognize mental health on a continuum. Reflection on personal attitudes contributing to stigma.
Elements of ALGES: Learners are introduced to the ALGES framework, astep-by-step guide for offering support during mental health challenges,focusing on empathy, communication, and appropriate resources.
Mental Health First Aid for Declining Mental Health: Using real-life scenarios, participants practice applying ALGES to support people experiencing early signs of mental health decline.
Self-Care for Mental Health First Aiders: This module emphasizes the importance of caring for your own mental health and building sustainable, personalized self-care routines.
MHFA for Crisis Situations: Participants learn to recognize and respond to mental health crises, including suicide risk and psychosis, using the ALGES approach.
Wrap-up and Closing: The course ends with a reflection on key takeaways, commitment to self-care, and steps for continued learning and support.
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