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Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an interactive training program that prepares individuals to assist someone who may be developing a mental health issue or experiencing a crisis. It builds mental health awareness, reduces stigma, and equips participants with the skills to provide initial support and connect individuals to professional help.

Mental Health First Aid: Certification

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification is a two-day course for designated mental health first aid responders or sectors requiring credentials. It includes deeper content, scenario-based learning, and a formal assessment, leading to national certification. This course provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes for participants to recognize changes in mental health, respond supportively, and apply practical actions for declining mental health and crisis situations. It helps participants build confidence, reduce stigma, and enhance their own mental health.

Length: 2 days

Cost: $350/registrant

Click here to register for this session

Mental Health First Aid: Essentials

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Essentials is a one-day course ideal for broad training across large groups. It builds practical skills and awareness without formal assessment. This course provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes for participants to recognize changes in mental health, respond supportively, and apply practical actions for declining mental health and crisis situations. It helps participants build confidence, reduce stigma, and enhance their own mental health.

Length: 1 day

Cost: $250\registrant

**This session is offered as a closed, private training for groups or organizations**

For more information, please contact: education@cmha-sm.on.ca or 705-675-7252 ext 225.