Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) 11/8 HR
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, United StatesMENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID (MHFA) REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility, Host Training Organization Friday, November 8, 2024 | 8:00AM – 4:00PM Mental Health FIRST AID (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. This course covers: · Common signs of symptoms of mental health challenges · Common signs and symptoms of substance abuse challenges · How to interact with a person in crisis · How to connect a person with help · Expand content on trauma, substance abuse and self-care Learn how to respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE): · Assess for risk of suicide or harm · Listen nonjudgmentally · Give reassurance and information · Encourage appropriate professional help · Encourage self help and support strategies Program from National Council for Mental Wellbeing/ Mental Health Assoc of Maryland Prerequisites: Students are required to complete an online enrollment and 2 hour assessment prior to […]