Mental Health First Aid- 8 hour training

1636 East Mission Road,Fallbrook CA 92028

02 December, 2022

Description

This is a 8 hour training event, you must be present for the entire time to earn your certificate. There is a one hour lunch break. Why Mental Health First Aid? Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. What it Covers • Common signs and symptoms of mental illness, anxiety and depression • Common signs and symptoms of substance use • How to interact with a person in crisis • How to connect the person with help • Expanded content on trauma, addiction and self-care Who Should Take it • Community members • Caring individuals • Employers • Police officers • Medical staff • First responders • Faith leaders Presented by Mental Health America of San Diego If you have any questions, please reach out to Theresa Geracitano, Community Health & Wellness Center Administrator for Fallbrook Regional Health District at 760.731.9187 or [email protected] .