Adult Mental Health First Aid

You will learn:

• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.
• 5-Step action plan to help a person in crisis and non-crisis situations.
• How to connect a person to appropriate services and supports.

Class format and instructors:

Mental Health First Aid training includes presentations, discussions, small group activities, video clips and hands-on activities. There are two to three instructors for each training. Instructors are certified by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing and have a variety of experience and knowledge around mental health and substance use issues.

Who should attend:

Community members • Employers • Educators • Hospital Staff • First Responders • Faith Leaders • Support Service Professionals • Individuals interested in supporting others

Offered without cost to you by Linn County Health Services. Certification will be provided.

Registration is required. Click here to register or email us at prevention@linncountyhealth.org for more information or to schedule a class for your organization. Please contact us if you would like to register five or more people from your organization.