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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Duration: 2 Days
Prerequisites: None
No upcoming trainings
Prevention Link is pleased to offer MHFA courses developed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada.
Duration:
MHFA Essentials—one day in-person
MHFA Certification—two days in-person
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to support a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being, a mental health or substance use crisis until professional help is available.
The practical skills of MHFA help you develop the confidence and peace of mind knowing you can support those around you, and your ability to self-care and prioritize your well-being while supporting others.
This course, upon completion and assessment, provides participants with:
- Increased Mental Health Awareness
- Understanding stigma, diagnostic labelling, and barriers to helping
- Hands-on experience applying ALGES to support people showing early signs of mental health decline
- Effective communication techniques
- Reflective Self-Awareness tools
- A nationally recognized MHFA Certification that is valid for 3 years (with MHFA Certification stream)