Mental Health First Aid Training - Oct 27, 2025 - (In-Person)

Schedule

Mon Oct 27 2025 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

1901 Bragaw St, Anchorage, AK 99508-3471, United States | Anchorage, AK

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Adult Mental Health First Aid Training (Blended – Virtual ILT)
Hosted by: Alaska AHEC / UAA College of Health – Program Office
πŸ“… Date: Monday, October 27, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM AKDT
πŸ“ Location: Anchorage (In-Person)
🌟 Why Attend?
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to help someone who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. This session is part of a nationwide, evidence-based training program, tailored for the adult population.
Whether you’re a professional, student, caregiver, or community member β€” you can make a difference.
🧩 Training Format: Blended Adult MHFA with Virtual ILT
This course includes:
β€’ Pre-course work on MHFA Connect (self-paced, required before session)
β€’ Live Virtual Instructor-Led Training (ILT) on August 25
β€’ This format allows flexibility and accessibility while maintaining engagement and interaction.
βœ… What You’ll Learn:
You’ll gain skills to:
β€’ Identify common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges in adults.
β€’ Respond with empathy and clarity in a mental health crisis.
β€’ Use the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to assess and assist.
β€’ Connect individuals to appropriate care and resources.
Topics include:
πŸ’¬ Depression β€’ Anxiety β€’ Trauma β€’ Psychosis β€’ Substance Use β€’ Crisis Situations
🎯 Who Should Attend?
β€’ Educators, university staff, and health students
β€’ HR professionals & team leaders
β€’ Non-profit and community workers
β€’ Concerned friends, neighbors, or family members
πŸ“Œ Prerequisites:
β€’ Complete the MHFA Connect self-paced module (2 hours) before the live session.
β€’ Instructions will be sent after registration.
πŸ“œ Certificates & CEUs
Participants receive a Mental Health First Aider Certificate (valid for 3 years).
CEUs may be available β€” ask your professional licensing board for eligibility.
πŸ”— Registration Link:
bit.ly/ACRHHW-MHFA
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