Mental Health First Aid - February 19th, 2025
VIRTUAL DELIVERY in a Google Meet Classroom
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. EST
MHFA Standard is the foundational program designed for everyone. As a globally recognized training, it empowers everyday people to recognize when someone may be experiencing mental health challenges and equips them with practical skills to provide initial support. This course builds confidence to respond calmly and offer meaningful help during tough moments—all without needing to be a mental health expert.
This course provides learners with:
Peace of Mind - You’ll be better able to help if someone around you, like a friend or coworker, is having a hard time. You’ll feel prepared and confident to step in and offer initial support
Practical Skills - You’ll be equipped with simple, actionable steps to provide support until the person can access professional help if needed.
Easier Dialogue - It helps you handle brave conversations without feeling awkward or worried you’ll say the wrong thing.
Stronger Connections - By recognizing when someone may need support, you’ll become a more compassionate friend, partner, or family member.
Module 1: Self-Directed
- Introduction to the course
- Introduction to MHFA actions
Module 2: Virtual Classroom
- Practice applying MHFA actions to situations of declining mental well-being
- Guidelines for respecful communication
Module 3 Virtual Classroom
- Discussion on using MHFA actions for self-care
- Practice using MHFA actions in crisis situations
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION
This 9-hour course opens with a 2-hour, self-directed module (Module 1) that focuses on the information and strategies that participants will discuss and practice throughout the virtual classroom modules (Modules 2 and 3). Course participants are required to complete Module 1 before participating in Module 2 and 3, which will be delivered in a virtual classroom. Learners will be given access to the Module 1 and training materials 10 days prior to the course start.
This course has a strict registration policy and may only run with 8-15 participants, as per Mental Health Commission of Canada policy. This course is designed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada and delivered by a certified MHFA Instructor.
Please note: Clients may receive a full refund up to the 14th day prior to the course start date. Beyond that date, no refunds are eligible as students will be registered in their respective courses with the Mental Health Commission of Canada and we will incur costs on their behalf. Once issued, access codes cannot be refunded and are non-transferable, as per the Mental Health Commission of Canada.