Mental Health First Aid
(MHFA)
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a nationally recognized and accredited workshop for individuals looking to learn more about supporting those who may be experiencing a decline in their mental health. This workshop increases awareness of mental health problems, reduces the stigma associated with mental health problems, and increases confidence in intervening when someone you know is not doing well.
MHFA teaches participants about Mental Health and Stigma, Signs and Symptoms of a decline in mental health, Effective Interventions, and how to provide Resources and Support.
2 DAY IN-PERSON
12-14 Hours
8-24 People
COST: $300.00
MHFA
MHFA Basic is intended for adults interacting with adults (18 years and older). This course focuses on the four most common mental health disorders including substance related, mood related, anxiety and trauma related, and psychotic disorders. Participants who take this course are well prepared to interact confidently about mental health with their family, friends, communities, and workplaces.
MHFA Essentials
MHFA Essentials are a suite of 1-day courses that are adapted to specific roles and unique populations. These courses do not lead to certification.
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Contact Us
MHFA can be booked by request if you would like to run a session for your agency or business, at our location. For more information or to request a workshop, email info@sp-rc.ca or call 780-539-6680.
Standard 1-Day In-Person
9 Hours
8-15 People
COST: $225.00
MHFA Standard
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the support provided to a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis. The Mental Health Commission of Canada reports that one in every five Canadians experiences a mental health problem within a given year. While we often know a lot about physical illness, there tends to be less knowledge about mental health or substance use problems. This lack of understanding leads to fear and negative attitudes towards individuals living with these problems. It prevents people from seeking help for themselves and from providing appropriate support to people around them.
2-Half Days Virtual
9 Hours
8-15 People
COST: $225.00
MHFA Standard
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the support provided to a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis. The Mental Health Commission of Canada reports that one in every five Canadians experiences a mental health problem within a given year. While we often know a lot about physical illness, there tends to be less knowledge about mental health or substance use problems. This lack of understanding leads to fear and negative attitudes towards individuals living with these problems. It prevents people from seeking help for themselves and from providing appropriate support to people around them.
MHFA Supporting Youth
Mental health and substance use disorders often start in adolescence or early adulthood. When these disorders start at this stage in life, they can affect the young person’s education, movement into occupational roles, forming key social relationships and of healthy habits related to eating, sleeping, and substance use. This is why it is so important to detect problems early and ensure the person is properly supported.
MHFA Supporting Older Adults
The course is designed for people who have frequent contact with older adults, for example, family members, friends, public and private caregivers, community health workers, and volunteers.
MHFA can be booked by request. For more information or to request a workshop, email info@sp-rc.ca or call 780-539-6680