Free Virtual Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid Sessions

1 in 5 Americans has experienced a mental health challenge, but many are reluctant to seek help or do not know where to turn for care. Mental Health First Aiders learn a 5-Step Action Plan that guides them through the process of reaching out and offering appropriate support.

The Arc Upper Valley is offering 4 one-day virtual sessions in Adult Mental Health First Aid and Youth Mental Health First Aid. Each session begins with 2 hours of online pre-course work that must be completed prior to each live training session. You may elect to take 1 one-day training, either Adult or Youth Mental Health First Aid, or you may elect to take both one-day trainings.

• Adult Mental Health First Aid: Teaches people how to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of a mental health or substance use challenge in adults 18 and over.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid: Teaches parents, family members, caregivers, and professionals how to identify, understand and respond to an adolescent (ages 12-18) who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge.

This course is valued at $170 per participant. These sessions are being offered for FREE thanks to a sponsorship from Altru Health System TEARS program. Space is limited to 15 participates per session. Social Work CEU's will be available for each session. If you are unable to register or if you have questions, please send an email to rhafner@arcuv.com.