Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) 11/8 HR

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID (MHFA)
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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 the class. This pre-work is self paced. A link will be provided upon course registration.

Course Includes: Student materials, lunch and refreshments

LOCATION 
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
**Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.**

COST
Member – $150
Non-Member – $175

SCHEDULE
Please visit CRSC registration link above