For teachers, coaches, parents, adults who work with youth, youth group leaders, camp counselors and school staff. Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) teaches adults how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. Learn common signs and symptoms in this age group including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use challenges and ADHD. We will talk about how to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis and how to connect them with help. Trauma, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying are discussed. Plus, you get the opportunity to practice your new MHFA skills — through role playing, scenarios, and activities — making it easier to apply these skills in real-life situations.
Learners complete a two-hour, self-paced online course and then participate in a six-hour skills-based instructor-led session via Zoom (with cameras on). A certificate of completion will be provided for those who attend the entire class session. Attendees may use the certificate of attendance to apply for CEUs. This activity has been designed to meet the Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements. However, the nurse is responsible for determining whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. YMHFA meets the requirements for suicide prevention training for professional teacher licensing in Minnesota.
