On average, 130 people die by suicide every day. You can make a difference! Mental Health First Aid teaches how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges.

In this course, you'll learn about:

Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges

How to interact with a person in crisis

How to connect them with appropriate help

Expanded content on trauma, substance use, and self-care

Empower yourself to support the young people in your life.

1 in 5 youth will experience a mental health or substance use challenge, but 50% of them won't get help. You can make a difference! Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches adults how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges in adolescents (ages 12-18).

In this course, you'll learn about:

Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges

How to interact with a young person in crisis

How to connect them with appropriate help

Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care, and the impact of social media and bullying