Mental Health First Aid for Adults teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions. In this interactive and engaging class, participants will learn how to assist individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis or the onset of a mental health disorder. Participants learn about mental illnesses, how to recognize the signs and symptoms of common mental health disorders, and learn and practice the skills to assist someone get the help they need.
This 5-hour class is offered virtually over ZOOM. There will be approximately 2 hours of pre-course work which is required to attend the virtual training. You will be provided with a link to the pre-course work and the class one week prior to the scheduled class time.
Classes are offered on the last Monday of each month. Upcoming classes are offered on August 30th and September 27th.
The Center for Mental Health serves residents in Montrose, Delta, Ouray, Hinsdale, San Miguel and Gunnison Counties. Priority is given to residents in those counties for these trainings. If you are interested in finding a local training, please visit www.mhfa.org to find classes in your local area.
All participants who successfully complete the class and the post-course evaluation will be eligible to receive a $25 gift card for use at the Kroger markets nationwide.