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mental health first aid Training Classes
Our program focuses on increasing awareness, reducing stigma, promoting a culture of mental health support and providing an action plan to help others with mental health well-being.
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Training Opportunities Provided by EHCEC
Join our specialized training sessions at EHCEC and become a certified Mental Health First Aider or Gatekeeper. Whether you’re learning to manage substance abuse challenges or acquiring life-saving suicide prevention techniques, our expert-led, in-person sessions equip you with the essential skills needed to make a real difference. Sign up today and empower yourself to support others effectively!
Eligibility Requirements
Must live in the following zip codes: 77015, 77029, 77044, 77049, 77530, 77532, 77547
Must be 18 years or older.
QPR Gatekeeper Certification
Step into a crucial role with our Gatekeeper Certification. This focused 60-minute session equips you with the QPR approach—Question, Persuade, and Refer—a powerful, straightforward method anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. Conducted in-person, the training is designed to provide essential skills quickly and effectively, making you a pivotal part of suicide prevention efforts in your community. Join us to learn how just three steps can save lives.
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Format: In-person
- Overview: Acquire the skills to prevent suicide through the QPR method: Question, Persuade, and Refer. These three simple steps are designed for anyone to learn and potentially save lives.
Become an Adult Mental Health First Aider
Elevate your ability to assist when it matters most. In our comprehensive 8-hour, in-person session, you’ll learn vital early intervention techniques tailored to address substance abuse challenges. Gain practical skills in identifying and responding to signs of distress, ensuring timely and effective support. Perfect for anyone eager to make a significant impact in their community, this training prepares you to act confidently and compassionately.
- Duration: Full day (8 hours)
- Max Per Group 25 participants.
- Format: In-person (Public or Private Group)
- Overview: This course empowers you with early intervention techniques for addressing substance abuse challenges. Learn to recognize signs and respond effectively.
Register Now! Make a difference.
WHY CHOSE MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?
Impactful Learning: Our interactive approach ensures an engaging and transformative learning experience, empowering participants to make a positive difference in their communities.
Comprehensive Support: We provide ongoing support and resources to reinforce the training and help participants implement what they have learned effectively.
Positive Organizational Culture: By investing in Mental Health First Aid, your organization fosters a supportive environment that values mental health, leading to increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, and improved overall well-being.
What’s Included
Resources
Attendees will be provided mental health resources to support others.
In-Person Classes
In-person classes offer direct face-to-face interaction between students and teachers, creating a more engaging and dynamic learning environment.
Networking
Connect and network with fellow participants during the workshops.
We transform lives by connecting people to resources and opportunities.
