Mental Health
First Aid
Creating a Healthier Community, Together
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a training course that teaches you how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. This 8-hour class is specifically designed to teach you the skills and understanding to better help adults or youth.
Learn risk factors, warning signs, how to develop an action plan, and the best resources for additional support or information.
Because of MHFA, people in all 50 states are trained how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and addiction. This course is delivered by staff at Porter-Starke Services who are certified Mental Health First Aid instructors.
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Adult MHFA trains you how to help someone 18 and older who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. Learn warning signs, risk factors, how to develop an action plan, and how to access appropriate resources.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth MHFA is designed for adults who regularly interact with adolescents. Learn how to interact with and help youth who are experiencing mental health issues, addictions or crisis.
Additional MHFA Course Options
MHFA courses focused on unique populations are also available upon request, including:
- Fire/EMS
- Higher Education
- Military, Veterans, and Their Families
- Older Adults
- Public Safety
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