Mental Health First Aid
What is Mental Health First Aid?
"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.
Course participants will learn how to recognize signs that a person may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis and encourage that person to:
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Talk about declines in their mental well-being
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Discuss professional and other supports that could help with recovery to improved mental well-being
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Reach out to these support
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Assist in a mental health or substance use crisis
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Use MHFA actions to maintain one’s own mental well-being".
3 Course Options
Basic
MHFA Basic
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A 12 hour course.
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Available for custom bookings only.
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Delivered in person over two full days.
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Allows more time for discussion and interaction.
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Maximum 25 participants.
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Certificate received.
We recommend MHFA Basic in workplaces particularly for managers, leaders, shop stewards, occupational health & safety committee members and workplace wellness teams.
Book as:
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a custom group of 10+
Virtual
MHFA Standard (Virtual)
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A 9 hour course.
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2 hours (self paced) online.
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7 hours with facilitator virtually delivered via Zoom.
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Can be delivered in 1 full day or 2 half days.
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Maximum 15 participants.
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Certificate received.
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This is LIVE online training.
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There are no recordings and participants must be present for the full virtual session with facilitator in order to receive a certificate.
Book as:
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an individual participant for an open course offering (see below) or
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a custom group of 10+
Face to Face
MHFA Standard (Face to Face)
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A 9 hour course.
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Available for custom bookings only.
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2 hour (self placed) online.
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7 hours with facilitator in person.
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The in-person component can be delivered in 1 full day (7 hours) or 2 half days.
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Maximum 25 participants.
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Certificate received.
Book as:
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a custom group of 10+
Book For Your Group of 10+
interested in booking for your workplace or community group?
Start here with Frequently Asked Questions and our booking process, including pricing, training options and booking processes.
Training can be delivered anywhere in Canada.
Then, use the training request form to get the process started.
We are happy to answer any training questions you have after you've reviewed the FAQ. Please contact us to arrange a phone call or virtual meeting.
"One of the standout aspects of the training was Alison's ability to effectively incorporate her personal experiences and samples into the material. This added a genuine and relatable touch to the session, allowing us to connect with the content on a deeper level. It was evident that she had a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for the subject matter".
I had a wonderful experience learning from, and training with Alison during the Mental Health First Aid Certificate program. She is authentic, highly knowledgeable, an excellent communicator and facilitator, and shares real life experiences while facilitating the program, experiences many people can relate to.
Thank you Alison, this is an excellent training course that exceeded my expectation. The content was insightful, practical and delivered with empathy. I'm truly thankful for the valuable insights and skills I've gained.