Be the calm in someone’s storm—prepare to help when it matters most.  

Mental Health First Aid Certification provides comprehensive training to prepare participants to respond to a wide range of mental health challenges and crisis situations. The course builds practical skills through structured learning, discussion, and scenario-based activities. 

This course is recommended for individuals who require formal training in mental health first aid and want to be fully prepared to support others. 

What you’ll learn 

Participants will learn how to: 

• Recognize signs of mental health challenges and crises 

• Use the ALGES (Approach and Assess, Listen, Give Information, Encourage, Self-Care) action plan in a variety of situations 

• Start supportive conversations with confidence 

• Challenge stigma and use respectful language 

• Connect people to appropriate supports and resources 

• Maintain their own well-being through intentional self-care 

Course format  

• Offered virtually or in person 

• Delivered in one full day 

• Participants complete the course with the same cohort 

Why take this course? 

• Gain in-depth training to respond to mental health challenges and crises 

• Learn how to support people experiencing a variety of mental health conditions 

• Build practical skills through structured, scenario-based learning 

• Receive a nationally recognized certification valid for three years 

This course is for: 

Care aides, home and community care workers, support service workers, nurses, managers, family caregivers, or anyone who wants to improve their knowledge of mental health first aid.  

Take action today: 

Don’t wait for a crisis to learn how to help. Register now and become a certified mental health first aid responder. 

Length: 12 hours total