Mental Health First Aid Basic
Mental Health First Aid: Basic
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), a course of the Mental Health Commission of Canada, provides you with the skills needed to extend crucial support to individuals navigating mental health crises or challenges. Much like traditional first aid, MHFA fosters the ability to identify common signs and symptoms of distress and deliver immediate aid until professional assistance is accessed, and beyond.
Develop key foundational skills in this two-day workshop, such as learning to recognize the signs of common mental health problems, effective communication skills, intervention techniques, and community supports. Through this workshop, companies gain insight into how to retain staff and improve overall employee wellness.
Course Outline
The following mental health problems are covered:
- Substance Use Disorder
- Mood disorders
- Anxiety and Trauma related disorders
- Psychosis
The following mental health crisis situations are covered:
- Overdoses
- Suicidal behaviour
- Panic Attacks
- Reactions to traumatic events
- Psychotic episodes
Course Details
Length: In-person, 12 hours over two days.
Certificate: Valid for three years.
Prerequisite: None
Cost: $165.00 + GST
Who Should Attend?: Anyone looking to better understand and provide support to others experiencing mental health challenges or substance use problems. MHFA has been proven to give participants:
- Tools to recognize signs of decline in mental well-being
- Ability to talk about their mental health
- Knowledge to discuss professional and other supports that could help with recovery or improved mental well-being
- Confidence to reach out to these supports
- Tools to assist during a mental health or substance use crisis
- Knowledge to use MHFA actions to maintain one’s own mental wellness