Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid is the nation’s first certification course that aims to give members of the public the tools to help someone experiencing a mental health crisis or developing a mental health problem. Introduced to the United States in 2008, the program is now available in the Kansas City area.

The 12-hour course teaches participants how to, among other things:

• Identify when a person is experiencing a mental health problem
• Select and implement appropriate interventions
• Secure appropriate care for a person experiencing a mental health problem

In addition, participants learn about warning signs and risk factors for depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, psychotic disorders, eating disorders and substance abuse disorders. Each participant receives a manual to reinforce content of the 12-hour, interactive training and a certificate of attendance. Continuing education unit (CEU) credits are available for licensed professionals.

To register, learn about fees or get more information contact:

Wyandotte County
Wyandot Center for Community Behavioral Healthcare
913-328-4633

Johnson County
TBD

Jackson County
TBD