Mental Health First Aid

We offer two mental health first aid certifications accredited by the Mental Health Commission of Canada: Adults who Interact with Youth and Supporting Youth.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Awareness of signs and symptoms of the most common mental health problems.

  • Confidence interacting with individuals experiencing a mental health problem or crisis.

  • Knowledge of local mental health supports and self-care strategies.

  • Reduced stigma about mental health.

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: Substance-related disorders, mood-related disorders, anxiety and trauma-related disorders, psychotic disorders, feeding and eating disorders, and deliberate self-injury.

Details: 14-hours in-person (registration includes printed manual)

Suited for: adults who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding about mental health conditions, enjoy in-person learning, and value the opportunity to practice skills in a safe and inclusive environment.

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. It offers practical tools to help adults recognize when a young person may be struggling and provides guidance on how to offer meaningful support. By focusing on the challenges and pressures faced by youth today, the program empowers participants to foster understanding, build trust, and promote resilience in the young people they care for 

Details: 10-hours (2-hours self-guided online; 8-hours facilitated learning in-person or virtually); manual is available online.

Suited for: adults who are more focused on learning about intervention strategies than on the details of mental health conditions, and enjoy a hybrid (or fully online) learning opportunity.