IN-PERSON Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

33405 8th Avenue South,Federal Way WA 98003

17 March, 2023

Description

Must be 18 years or older to take this training. This training is provided for residents of King County, WA, or individuals who work in King County, WA. Mental Health First Aid training is an interactive course that introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental health issues, and emphasizes that recovery is possible. Participants are taught a five-step action plan to assist someone experiencing a crisis and connect them to appropriate professional care. King County MIDD partners with Valley Cities to offer this training at no cost for residents or employees throughout King County who are over the age of 18. Youth MHFA teaches parents/caregivers, educators, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help a teen (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health crisis or substance use challenge.