Mental Health First Aid Training Offered April 3 at TTC

Open to staff, faculty and students! FREE! Join us for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training on Wednesday, April 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the Texas Township Campus (room to be determined).

RSVP by March 27 to Trice Batson at . Ten registrants are required or the session is canceled.

It will be led by Integrated Services of Kalamazoo. MHFA is the help offered to a person who may be developing a mental health challenge or is in a mental health crisis. There will be light snacks and beverages during the morning and afternoon. Lunch is on your own.

In this course, you'll learn:

• The prevalence of mental health issues and the need to reduce stigma
• The importance of early intervention on mental health challenges
• How to apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE)
• How to identify and assist with early signs and worsening signs of mental health challenges
• How to identify and assist with a mental health crisis
• The importance of self-care as we become Mental Health First Aiders