Description

Mental Health First Aid Certification Training
Hosted by GSBA & Valley Cities
FREE and open to the public
Location: Elliott Bay Book Company | 1521 10th Ave, Seattle, WA
Dates: Cohort One – Monday, July 21 & Wednesday, July 23
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM each day (both sessions required)

Learn to Support Mental Health in Your Community

Just as CPR helps someone in a physical health crisis, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) prepares you to assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. This nationally recognized certification course will equip you with the knowledge and tools to offer initial support—and connect people to appropriate care.

What You'll Learn:

• How to identify signs and symptoms of mental health or substance use issues
• How to respond to someone in crisis using a proven 5-step action plan
• Strategies to support someone developing a mental health challenge
• Ways to connect individuals with professional help and community resources

Course Format:
This training includes two required components:
✅ Pre-Work (Part One): A self-paced online module (~2 hours), sent two weeks prior to the training
✅ Instructor-Led Training (Part Two): Two in-person sessions on July 21 & July 23 from 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Upon completion, participants will receive a 3-year MHFA Certification from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.