Mental Health First Aid: Essentials (Training for Individuals)
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 crisis, or a substance use crisis until professional help is available.
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Essentials equips you with practical skills to support someone facing a mental health or substance use challenge until professional help is available. The course builds confidence, reduces stigma, and enhances self-care, offering a strong foundation in MHFA principles without formal certification. MHFA Essentials is ideal for individuals, teams, and communities in any setting.
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.
What you will gain
- An increase in mental health awareness
- An understanding of stigma,diagnostic labeling, and barriers to helping
- How to use the ALGES framework to provide support
- Effective communication techniques while supporting
- Develop skills to reflect on your own mental health
- An understanding of mental health support resources and mapping
Who is it for?
Mental Health First Aid: Certification is suitable for individuals aged 16 and older. No prior knowledge or courses related to mental health are required.
The Facilitators
A certified professional trainer will ensure comfort and safety through this informative and empowering training course.
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Additional Information
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