Become A Mental Health First Aider

Mental health training for all. Our online, accredited certification programs is designed with you in mind.

Individuals Seeking Mental Health First Aid

An Award Winning Global Program

The Mental Health First Aid Program has garnered widespread international recognition through its award-winning initiatives.
Accredited Continuing Education

Mental Health First Aid fulfills 9 hours of continuing education requirements.
Empirically Proven

Since its inception in 2000, Mental Health First Aid International has committed to evidence-based training, with courses independently reviewed globally.
Globally Recognized

Mental Health First Aid is a global program with over 7 million trained participants and 67,000 instructors in 29 countries.
Expert Informed

The Mental Health First Aid course is informed by guidelines shaped by a diverse group including people with lived experience, caregivers, and experts.

Mental Health First Aid Standard & Youth Available

Approximately 2-hours
- What is MHFA and why is it needed?
- What is the role of a MHFAider?
- Key terms and concepts.
- Stigma and mental well-being.
- The range of changes that may indicate a decline in mental health.
- Signs and symptoms of mental health decline.
3.5-hours
- Discussing stigma and recovery.
- Communicating without judgment.
- Understanding depression and anxiety.
- Guidelines for MHFA for cross-cultural competencies.
- Applying ALGEES to scenarios - substance use problems, depression and anxiety.
3.5-hours
- Preparing for challenges and resistance
- Understanding the causes of challenges and resistance
- Difference between a crisis and an emergency
- Safety planning for crisis and emergency
- Self-stigma and self-care