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Mental Health First Aid Training - Youth

March 12, 2026 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM (CDT)

Description

MHFA is an evidence-based public education program designed to impart invaluable skills for assisting someone in the midst of a mental health crisis. It goes beyond awareness, focusing on practical techniques that can bridge the gap until professional help arrives. Imagine the impact if responding to a mental health crisis becomes as commonplace as administering CPR during a cardiac emergency.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training is an early intervention program that teaches adults to recognize youth mental health or substance use signs, listen without judgment, offer reassurance, and guide them to professional help. It prepares adults working with ages 12–18 to support youth in need.

Who Should Attend:  Park and recreation, conservation, and forest preserve district professionals who work directly with the public. Whether you're supervising staff, engaging with patrons, or leading community programs, you'll gain practical tools to support individuals in crisis, reduce stigma, and foster a culture of mental wellness in your workplace and community.

How Blended MHFA Works: Participants will complete 2 hours of online self-paced coursework followed by a scheduled 5-hour, in-person, instructor-led class.

Self-Paced E-Learning Segments
In-Person Instructor Led Segments
Welcome and Introduction
Welcome to Youth Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health and Mental Illness in Youth
Self-Paced Introduction Recap
Typical Adolescent Development
YMHFA in Non-Crisis Situations
Signs and Symptoms
YMHFA in Crisis Situations
Youth Mental Health First Aid Quiz
Self-Care for the Mental Health First Aider
The Importance of Self-Care

Having a Supportive Conversation


Prior to the virtual instructor led session, you will receive an email from our instructor that will contain log in information and steps that need to be taken to complete your pre-work. This pre-work needs to be completed 24 hrs prior to the in-person portion of this course.

Food/Beverage:  Registration includes morning coffee with pastries and lunch.

CEUs: Program is approved for 0.4 CEUs and will be awarded to those in attendance for the full day.

Registration deadline is Monday, February 23.  Refunds will be issued to requests received on or before the deadline, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after Monday, February 23.


Pricing

$80 Member / $120 Non-Member

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Contact Information

Name: Anna Olas
Phone: (847) 897-6105
Email: aolas@nbparks.org
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