Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This 8-hour  training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to appropriate care.

WHO SHOULD TAKE IT

• Employers
• Police Officers
• Hospital Staff
• First Responders
• Faith Leaders
• Community Members
• Caring Individuals

WHAT IT COVERS

• Common signs and symptoms of mental illness
• Common signs and symptoms of substance use
• How to interact with a person in crisis
• How to connect the person with help
• NEW: How to administer Naloxone in the event of an opioid overdose

This course will teach you how to apply the ALGEE action plan:

• Assess for risk of suicide harm
• Listen nonjudgmentally
• Give reassurance and information
• Encourage appropriate professional help
• Encourage self-help and other support strategies

Call Maren at 702-620-7862 to register!