Youth Mental Health First Aid

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Online Course
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Course requires pre-registration. Email sharon@namierie.org with your name and email address to set up an account and enroll.

Youth Mental Health First Aid teachers you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among ages 12-18.

You'll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You'll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.

After the course, you'll be able to:

  • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).
  • Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
  • Understand how to connect with a young person in crisis.
  • Know how to connect a young person with help.
  • Better understand trauma, substance-use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.