Mental Health First Aid – Essentials (1-Day Training)
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Essentials is a one-day, interactive training designed to help participants build confidence in recognizing and responding to signs of mental health decline and emotional distress.
This course provides a practical introduction to mental health literacy and equips participants with the tools to notice when someone may be struggling, start a supportive conversation, and connect them to appropriate help.
MHFA Essentials is ideal for individuals who want meaningful, applicable skills without the time commitment of full certification. It is especially helpful for workplaces, community organizations, educators, support staff, leaders, caregivers, and anyone who interacts with people on a regular basis.
In this training, participants will learn to:
• Recognize early signs of mental health decline
• Respond with empathy, confidence, and clarity
• Reduce stigma and increase understanding
• Support someone while maintaining healthy boundaries
• Know when and how to connect someone to professional or community supports
This course does not provide MHFA certification but offers strong foundational knowledge and practical tools that can immediately be used in everyday life and work.
MHFA Essentials is perfect for those who want to:
• Increase mental health awareness
• Feel more confident supporting others
• Improve workplace culture and psychological safety
• Take a first step into Mental Health First Aid training
Register here: trinaleekennedy.ca/category/training/
Also check out other Health & Wellness events in Blackfalds, Workshops in Blackfalds.
