Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is a skills-based training that teaches people  how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental and substance use challenges among children and adolescents. You will learn common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance abuses challenges, how to interact with a youth in crisis, how to connect a youth with help, and understand trauma and self-care.  Learners will complete a 2-hour, self-paced online course and participate in a 5.5 hour, instructor-led training on Zoom. 

Those who complete the course will receive a certificate of completion as a Certified Youth Mental Health First Aider that is valid for three years from the completion date of training.

Cancellation and refund policy: Registrations can be canceled up to 15 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund. Registrations canceled less than 15 days will receive a refund of 50%. Registrations cancelled within 24 hours of start of training will not be offered a refund.