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WHAT IS
MENTAL
HEALTH FIRST
AID?
Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour training course designed to give members of the public key skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it does build mental health literacy, helping the public identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness.
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WHAT TYPE OF
TRAININGS ARE
AVAILABLE
Adult MHFA, offered in English and Spanish, is a skills-based training that teaches people how to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults ages 18 and over. Adult Mental Health First Aid is available in English and Spanish.
Youth MHFA, offered in English and Spanish, is a skills-based training that teaches parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors and health and human services workers and any other adult how to identify, understand and respond to an adolescent (ages 12- 18) who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Youth Mental Health First Aid is available in English and Spanish.
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Type of trainings:
In-person training – Single day or two days
Virtual training – Online course by a televideo instructor-led session
Blended training – Online course followed by an in-person instructor-led session
*Time will vary based on the class*
Click here for upcoming classes at Border Region:
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WHAT DO MENTAL
HEALTH FIRST
AIDERS LEARN?
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Mental Health First Aiders learn a 5-step Action Plan to recognize warning signs of a mental health or substance use challenge, provide help in crisis and non-crisis situations and understand where to turn for additional assistance.
The 5-step Action Plan (ALGEE) is:
Assess for risk of suicide or harm
Listen nonjudgmentally
Give reassurance and information
Encourage appropriate professional help
Encourage self-help and other support strategies.
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