Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Course –
Registration Required: Connect – Lake Harriet UMC >Register under “Sign up for a Group or Class”
Learners complete a 2-hour, self-paced online course, then participate in a 4.5-hour, Instructor-led training to receive certification. $35/person.
Make payment here. Deadline to register is January 10.
Time: 10:45 am-3:00 pm (light lunch and snack included)
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. Be prepared to support those around you by getting certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid.
