Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.

WHO SHOULD KNOW MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?

• Teachers.

• School Staff.

• Coaches.

• Camp Counselors.

• Youth Group Leaders.

• Parents.

• Adults who Work with Youth.

The course will teach you how to apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE):

• Assess for risk of suicide or harm.

• Listen non judgmentally.

• Give reassurance and information.

• Encourage appropriate professional help.

• Encourage self-help and other support strategies.