Mental Health First Aid Training - Luke Air Force Base

According to the CDC 1 in5 Americans will experience a Mental Health illness (challenge) in any given year. COVID-19 has exacerbated mental health challenges. This 8-hour course will certify attendees as a "Mental Health First Aider" for 3 years. They will learn critical skills such as: 

• Risk factors and warning signs of mental health concerns. 

• Information on depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, and substance use. 

• A 5-step action plan to help someone developing a mental health concern or in crisis. 

• Available evidence-based professional, peer, and self-help resources.

Information is presented in an interactive classroom environment. Participants have the opportunity to use learned skills including the action plan through scenarios, discussions, and other engaging activities.