This six-hour virtual course combines two hours of required pre-work with four hours of live instructor-led training. You'll learn to recognize mental health conditions and respond effectively using an evidence-based action plan.

Mental Health First Aid is on SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices. Research shows trained participants gain:

• 67% increase in knowledge of mental health signs and symptoms
• 56% increase in confidence to help someone in distress
• 47% increase in ability to identify professional and self-help resources

Performance Objectives: You will learn to:

• Assess for risk of suicide or harm
• Listen non-judgmentally
• Give reassurance and information
• Encourage appropriate professional help
• Encourage self-help and support strategies

Requirements: Complete the two-hour pre-work 48 hours before the live session, or you will be removed from the course, and your agency will be invoiced. Ensure you can receive emails from csod.com and thenationalcouncil.org. Use Google Chrome and have the Participant Processing Guide available (printed or on a second monitor).

Intended Audience: All audiences. 

Sales Tax Notice: Effective October 1, 2025 
In accordance with Washington State law (ESSB 5814), sales tax will be applied to all training services. In addition to the course cost, sales tax will be calculated based on your agency's location and added to your final invoice after the class is completed.