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Mental Health First Aid Training
Evidence-based training for adults who want a shared approach for recognizing concern and connecting people to help.
Who is this training for?
Mental Health First Aid is designed for adults who want a practical approach for recognizing signs of mental health and substance use challenges, responding with a supportive conversation, and connecting people to help. This training fits workplaces, community groups, and organizations that want a shared response when concern comes up. The Higher Education and Public Safety versions are designed for campus and public safety settings and include tailored scenarios and guidance for those roles.
Training options
Adult Mental Health First Aid provides the core training for individuals and groups who want to recognize signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges and respond with a clear first step. The Higher Education and Public Safety versions include the same core content, along with scenarios and guidance specifically tailored to those settings.
Choose the option that matches your setting
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Adult Mental Health First Aid
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Adult MHFA for Higher Education
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Adult MHFA for Public Safety
What Participants Will Learn
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Recognize warning signs and risk factors
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Use a 5-step action plan to respond and connect someone to help
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Identify support resources and referral pathways
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Understand prevalence and stigma
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Reflect on personal attitudes and assumptions
Format and logistics
Format: In person or live virtual
Length: 8 hours total. Two sessions of 4 hours each
Group size: 5 to 30 participants
Audience: Adults working with adults
Materials: Participant materials included
Scheduling note: Sessions must be scheduled within the same month.
About the Instructor
Rhonda McClure is a certified Mental Health First Aid trainer. She delivers practical, respectful training with clear examples and structured facilitation to support real-world application.