Mental Health First Aid Training
Become a Certified Mental Health First Aider.
Interested in becoming certified in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)? An upcoming training session is now open for registration.
Training Dates (attendance required for both to complete the training):
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Tuesday, February 3 | 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
First floor, 2420 Old Ivy Rd -
Thursday, February 5 | 12:00–4:00 p.m.
Third floor, 2420 Old Ivy Rd
To register—or to be added to the list for a future session if you cannot attend—please email mbs5n@virginia.edu.
About the training:
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Total of 8 hours over two sessions
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Certification lasts three years
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Over 100 employees trained in the past two years
Why Mental Health First Aid?
Mental Health First Aid equips you with the skills to recognize and respond to signs of stress, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health challenges.
Through this evidence-based training, you’ll learn how to:
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Recognize early warning signs of mental health concerns
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Start supportive, non-judgmental conversations
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Connect people to appropriate resources and professional care
Whether you work with colleagues, clients, or teams, MHFA helps create a safer, healthier environment for everyone.
Be the difference. Become a Mental Health First Aider.