Mental Health First Aid (In-person) – Orilla

Training to be delivered in person at Agilec – Orillia

Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based program of The Mental Health Commission of Canada. This Certification helps you recognize the signs and symptoms of a mental health problem or crisis so that you can effectively respond with a confident conversation and guide with appropriate resources and support. Training includes certification from the Mental Health Commission of Canada, manual, and snacks.

Recognize these signs and symptoms:

• Substance misuse and substance-related disorders
• Mood-related disorders, including depression and bipolar
• Anxiety and trauma-related disorders, including panic attacks and post-traumatic stress disorder
• Psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia

Learn how to handle these situations:

• Overdosing, signs, and symptoms, as well as what to do until a healthcare professional arrives
• Assisting someone who is at risk of suicide
• Acute stress reactions including panic attacks and how you can assist
• Psychotic episodes and what you need to know