Youth Mental Health First Aid

For teachers, coaches, parents, adults who work with youth, youth group leaders, camp counselors and school staff. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) teaches adults how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.

Learn common signs and symptoms in this age group including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use challenges and ADHD. We will talk about how to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis and how to connect them with help. Trauma, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying are discussed.

Learners complete a two-hour, self-paced online course and then participate in a six-hour instructor-led in-person training. YMHFA meets the requirements for suicide prevention training for professional teacher licensing in Minnesota. Class cost is covered by the Manitou Fund.

Certificates will be provided and attendees may use these to apply for CEUs. Information regarding curriculum can be found at www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org. Participants MUST be present for entire curricula to receive a certificate.

This nine-hour workshop is designed for members of the public who have frequent contact with youth and young adults such as parents, school staff, coaches, youth workers and volunteers. It is not intended for professionals who have a background in mental health.

Lunch will not be provided so please plan to bring your own bag lunch.

For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations, please contact Renee Labat at [email protected]. At least one week advance notice of need for accommodations is helpful.

NAMI Minnesota Cancellation Policy

NAMI Minnesota thanks you for registering to attend one of our classes. We understand that unforeseen situations arise and you may need to cancel your registration. If you are unable to attend, a substitute individual is welcome to attend in your place, but NAMI Minnesota must be notified in writing (e-mail is acceptable) with the name and contact information for the person who will be attending. NAMI Minnesota reserves the right to cancel any event, conference or class due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. If there is a cancellation, participants will be notified by telephone and/or email as soon as possible. We will make reasonable efforts to reschedule.

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