# Event Details - **Event Name**: Mental Health First Aid Training - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 06 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue, 06 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.About this EventWhy Mental Health First Aid?Most of us know what to do if someone is physically injured. But when a friend, family member, coworker, neighbor, or someone else in our community is experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge, it can be much harder to know how to respond.Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Similar to physical First Aid and CPR, the training gives you practical skills to support someone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis until professional assistance is obtained or the crisis is resolved.You don't need to be a mental health professional to make a difference. This training is designed to help everyday people feel more prepared to recognize when someone may need support, start a conversation, respond appropriately, and help connect them to resources.What You'll LearnDuring the all-day training, you'll learn:Common signs and symptoms of mental health challengesCommon signs and symptoms of substance use challengesHow to approach and interact with an adult who may be experiencing a crisisHow to listen and provide initial supportHow to help connect someone with appropriate professional resourcesInformation about trauma, substance use, and self-careWho Should Attend?Mental Health First Aid is useful for anyone who interacts with people at work, at home, or in the community. Participants may include:Community members and neighborhood leadersParents and caregiversEducators and youth-serving professionalsEmployers, supervisors, and coworkersFaith and community leadersFirst responders and public-service professionalsAnyone who wants to feel better prepared to support someone who may be strugglingNo previous mental health training or experience is required.Your Registration Is SponsoredVelocityTX is covering the $50 registration cost for each participant so that this training can be offered to the community at no cost.Space is limited to 25 participants, and each registration represents a seat that has been paid for on your behalf.Please register only if you are able to participate in the full training. If your plans change, we ask that you cancel your registration as soon as possible so we can offer your seat to someone on the waitlist.Because space is limited, participants who do not confirm their attendance when requested prior to the training may have their seat released to someone on the waitlist.Before You RegisterThis is an interactive training and requires participation for the full session. Please confirm that you are available for the entire training before reserving a seat.If the event reaches capacity, join the waitlist. If a registered participant cancels, we will offer available seats to those on the waitlist. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-antonio/mental-health-first-aid-training/100001998991184444 - **Event Categories**: fitness, health-wellness, Workshops, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: San Antonio - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: VelocityTX Innovation Center - **lat**: 29.4251655 - **long**: -98.47705669999999 - **full address**: VelocityTX Innovation Center, 1305 East Houston Street, San Antonio, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Mental Health First Aid Training - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/67d372a63b2fa118623cd79550580eed01a18f3e8c3ac6ebef6a1ce26ea7a006-rimg-w1200-h600-dc381818-gmir.jpg?v=1788263113 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Mental Health First Aid Training being held? - **A:** Mental Health First Aid Training takes place on Tue, 06 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 06 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm at VelocityTX Innovation Center, 1305 East Houston Street, San Antonio, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Mental Health First Aid Training? - **A:** Mental Health First Aid Training is organized by VelocityTX. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Mental Health First Aid Training is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Antonio, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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