Mental Health First Aid
We offer THREE mental health first aid courses accredited by the Mental Health Commission of Canada:
the Mental Health First Aid Certification,
Adults who Interact with Youth
and Supporting Youth.
Mental Health First Aid Certification
MHFA Certification is an innovative and leading-edge program in the sector. Mental Health First Aid now offers official certification.
Delivery: 2-days, in-person or online; 12-hours
Details: adults who are interested in robust, scenario-based training on the identification and support of declining mental health and crises, and seeking a deeper understanding of mental health disorders and influences.
Adults who Interact with Youth
This course is designed to support adults who interact with youth, ages 12-24 years-old, although its learning outcomes are applicable to all ages. It offers information and case scenarios about the most common mental health disorders and youth-specific concerns.
Delivery: 2-days in-person (registration includes printed manual); 14-hours
Details: adults who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding about substance-related disorders, mood-related disorders, anxiety and trauma-related disorders, psychotic disorders, feeding and eating disorders, and deliberate self-injury.
Supporting Youth
Help young people navigate mental health challenges with understanding and support. This course was developed with input from educators, caregivers, and mental health experts to meet the unique needs of youth aged 12-24.
Delivery: 10-hours total (2-hours self-guided online; 8-hours facilitated learning in-person or virtually); manual is available online.
Details: designed for adults who want to learn more about how to recognize when a young person may be struggling and how to offer meaningful support.