Mental Health First Aid Essentials Training 2026

MHFA Essentials is a suite of courses, focused on core knowledge and practical skills. The courses do not lead to Certification.

Within the Essentials suite is a streamlined one-day course as well as adaptations to support unique populations and specific roles, including:

Designed to be accessible and applicable across many settings, Essentials offers a strong foundation in MHFA principles without formal assessment or certification—making it an ideal option for individuals, teams, or communities seeking meaningful, time-efficient training.

Through the course, participants will:

• Increase Mental Health Awareness
• Understand stigma, diagnostic labelling, and barriers to helping
• Learn how to use the ALGES framework to support
• Learn effective communication techniques
• Learn reflective Self-Awareness

Pricing Information:

Essentials: $275 per person

Location: 200 Van Norman St., 2nd Floor, Large Training Room

Off-site parking required by meters

Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

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Host or Publisher Canadian Mental Health Association