Mental Health First Aid
What is Mental Health First Aid?
Grand Prairie Services is now offering Adult and Youth Mental Health First aid Training. For dates and times please see our events calendar.
Mental Health First Aid is a 8-
You Will Learn
- The prevalence of mental illnesses in the U.S. and their emotional and economic cost.
- The potential warning signs and risk factors for depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, psychotic disorders, eating disorders and substance abuse disorders.
- A 5-
step action plan to help an individual in crisis connects to professional care. - Resources available to help someone with a mental health problem
Who can be a Mental Health First Aider?
- Educator
- College/University Leaders
- Students
- Human Resource Professionals
- First Responders/Security Personnel
- Nurses/Physician Assistants
- Members of Faith Communities
- Social Workers
- Caring Citizens
Attendance
Mental Health First Aid is a 8-
Cost
The cost of the course is $45.00 per person, or $35.00 per person for groups of 5 or more from the same organization. The cost includes 12-
Certification
A certificate will be issued at the completion of the course and may be renewed every three years. Participants may submit their certificate to their appropriate regulatory board for approval of continuing education credits.
Cancellation Policy
To cancel your registration, please contact Michele Spell at Grand Prairie Services at mspell@gpsbh.org/708-444-1012, ext. 1512
Myths about Mental illness
Myth: Mental illness is something that only affects others.
Fact: An estimated 1 in 4 Americans have symptoms of a diagnosable mental illness. Mental health crises occur frequently in the workplace, church, family, school, and community.
Myth: Mental illness is not that serious, people get over it.
Fact: Medical experts rate mental disorders among the most significant illnesses. Mental illness interferes with a person’s ability to go to school, work, care for himself or herself, and form relationships.
How to Apply
Please direct correspondence about Mental Health First Aid to:
Grand Prairie Services
17746 Oak Park Avenue
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Phone: (708) 444-
Email: abetts@gpsbh.org