Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification
CERTIFIED MHFA FACILITATORS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION OF CANADA
Individual MHFA Training
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC / INDIVIDUAL VIRTUAL TRAINING
We offer open to the public virtual MHFA training via secure video for anyone in Ontario. This is a one-day course that consists of self-directed and facilitated instruction and discussion.
Course Dates
Wednesday June 12
Wednesday Sept 25
Group MHFA Training
PRIVATE / IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL GROUP TRAINING
How would you handle a crisis?
It’s commonplace that many organizations require individuals be certified in medical first aid in order to address any medical concerns that could arise in the workplace. But what happens when a mental health crisis occurs?
It can be difficult to create a healthy environment at work if you don’t have the training to successfully support the mental health concerns of your employees. We can help.
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Opening Minds is a division of the Mental Health Commission of Canada.
Opening Minds is a not-for-profit social enterprise that provides training and the tools to talk about mental health, change negative attitudes, and reduce stigma related to mental illness. It is the largest systematic effort in Canadian history focused on eliminating stigma.
The Mental Health for All (MHFA) Canada program they have developed aims to improve mental health literacy, and provide the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, a family member, a friend or a colleague.
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify and help a person developing a mental health problem, experiencing a mental health crisis, or a worsening of their mental health.
Like physical first aid, MHFA assistance is provided until professional support arrives.
Individuals trained in MHFA:
>> Increase their knowledge of the signs, symptoms and risk factors of mental health problems.
>> Have the confidence and certainty to help someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
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MHFA Certification has been proven to:
>> Increase productivity.
>> Increase cost savings due to a reduction in absenteeism, presenteeism, and disability leave.
>> Increase operational success, employee motivation, creativity, commitment, and innovation.
>> Decrease employee turnover.
>> Decrease workplace conflict.
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Anyone and everyone can benefit from Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certification. From psychological health and safety in the office to schools and community groups, MHFA is well suited for any organization or team seeking to reduce incidents of mental health issues or crises.
We offer MHFA Certification for workplaces of all sizes and types.
MHFA Standard Course
In partnership with the Mental Health Commission of Canada and as a Certified Mental Health First Aid Course Facilitator, we are able to offer MHFA Training to businesses, organizations, teams and employers (of all sizes and kinds) who are interested in providing appropriate mental health support to the people in their workplace.
Course objective
In this course you will learn how to provide support to a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis.
Course topics
Module 1: Self-directed module that introduces participants to the concepts of the course and Mental Health First Aid actions.
Module 2: Live or virtual classroom module that discusses tools on how to apply MHFA actions to situations of declining mental well-being and guidelines for MHFA conversations with diverse populations.
Module 3: Live or virtual classroom module that gives participants the opportunity to practice applying MHFA actions to crisis situations and discusses the importance of self-care.
Course layout
Crisis first aid and interventions for:
Suicidal behaviour
Panic attacks
Overdose
Acute stress reaction
Psychotic episodes
Course model
Learn how to:
Assess the risk of suicide and/or harm
Listen non-judgmentally
Give reassurance
Encourage professional and other support
Prioritize self-care
Course outcomes
Participants will be given:
The tools to recognize signs of decline in mental well-being;
The ability to talk about their mental health;
The knowledge to discuss professional and other supports that could help with recovery or improved mental well-being;
The confidence to reach out to these supports;
The tools to assist during a mental health or substance use crisis, and the knowledge to use MHFA actions to maintain one’s own mental wellness;
A Certificate for Mental Health First Aid Training
Course Facilitator
Registered Social Worker, Accredited Family Mediator, Founder of Peachey Counselling and Support
CERTIFIED MHFA FACILIATOR
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OPTION 1: INDIVIDUAL VIRTUAL TRAINING
We offer open to the public virtual MHFA training via secure video. The course is approximately 6-8 hours and consists of 3 modules with self-directed and facilitated instruction and discussion.
This course is available for anyone in Ontario and the number of participants is 8-15 people.
OPTION 2: PRIVATE GROUP TRAINING
We offer private group training for MHFA training in one of two formats:
Virtual training via secure video OR;
In-person, on-site training at your location.
This is a one day program. The course is approximately 8 hours and consists of 3 modules with self-directed and facilitated instruction and discussion.
Virtual group training is available for any business, organization or team within Ontario and is for 8-15 participants.
On-site group training is available for the Hamilton, Dundas, Ancaster, Burlington, Oakville and Mississauga areas, and is for a maximum of 25 participants.
Training dates will be booked during the registration process.
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PUBLIC INDIVIDUAL MHFA TRAINING
$275 CDN
Per participant /full day training*
*Virtual only
PRIVATE GROUP MHFA TRAINING
$275 CDN
Per participant /full day training*
*Virtual OR in-person
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Call: (905) 632-6555
Email: adrianna@peacheycounselling.ca
GENERAL INQUIRIES
Email: info@peacheycounselling.ca
MAILING ADDRESS
414 Pearl Street, Unit 11 Village Square, Burlington, ON L7R 2N1
Book your private group MHFA training today!
In our complimentary discovery session, you will work with one of our healthy@work team to discuss your specific MHFA training needs. We’ll answer any of your questions give you the information you need to get started.