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 challenge and help connect them to the appropriate care.
The course will teach you how to apply the ALGEE action plan:
⦁ Assess for risk of suicide or harm
⦁ Listen nonjudgmentally
⦁ Give reassurance and information
⦁ Encourage appropriate professional help
⦁ Encourage self-help and other support strategies
This course is only open to participants who live or work in Missouri. The course is valued at $170 per person, but is being offered to you at no cost by Missouri's Department of Mental Health
The course requires advanced registration. Participants must register 2 weeks in advance (1 month is recommended).
Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid courses have a significant amount of overlapping content. If you plan to take both, we recommend 3 months between classes.
Course Format:
This is a fully in-person course.
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