Adult Mental Health First Aid - TEST 1013

Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care.

What is covered:
  • Common signs and symptoms of mental illness
  • Common signs and symptoms of substance use
  • How to interact with a person in crisis
  • How to connect the person with help
  • Expanded content on trauma, addiction and self-care

Who should attend Mental Health First Aid:
MHFA is intended for all people and organizations that make up the fabric of a community and can benefit anyone interested in learning more about mental health problems, including depression, anxiety, psychosis and substance use. 

Format:
Participants must complete 2 hours of pre-work using a computer with an internet connection prior to the live session. After this pre-work is complete, participants will be able to attend the live instructor lead training from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on the date and location for which you are enrolled. 

To learn more about Mental Health First Aid, visit www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org 

To learn more or for questions, please contact Prevention Services at 913-715-7880 or JCMHCevents@jocogov.org