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Want to learn how to support someone facing a mental health or substance use challenge? Join this training designed specifically for college and university communities.

Mental Health First Aid training helps a person with no clinical training assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge or crisis. Participants are introduced to risk factors and warning signs, engage in experiential activities, discuss relevant professional and self-help resources, and learn a 5-step strategy to provide support. Mental Health First Aid for higher education provides tailored content for members of the higher education community.

Instructors: This training will be led by professional staff from Health and Wellness Services.

Time: Training runs for a full day from about 8:30 am to about 5 pm (with intermittent short breaks and a break for lunch)

Cost: None. The Department of Health Promotion sponsors the cost of this training for participants. 

Space is limited and will be capped at 30 participants. If you are interested, check with your supervisor to ensure coverage, then register by clicking below: