Youth Mental Health First Aid

You will learn:

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

Who should attend:

Parents • School Staff • Educators • Coaches • Youth Group Leaders • First Responders • Youth-Serving Adults

Class format and instruction:

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.

Registration:

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 for information on future training dates or to register five or more people from your organization.

Frequently asked questions about Mental Health First Aid & QPR Suicide Prevention Training