Mental Health First Aid is the initial help offered to a person developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate treatment and support are received or until the crisis resolves.

MHFA is now offered in a blended format with two components – 2-hour self-paced online training and 6-hour instructor led portion.  

During this training, participants will learn:
*Risk factors and warning signs of mental health and substance use problems
*Information on depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis and substance use
*A 5-step action plan to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or is in crisis
*Available evidence-based professional, peer, and self-help resources