WHY YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.
Who Should Know Mental Health First Aid?
- Teachers.
- School Staff.
- Coaches.
- Camp Counselors.
- Youth Group Leaders.
- Parents.
- Adults who work with youth
The course will teach you how to apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE):
- Assess for risk of suicide or harm.
- Listen nonjudgmentally.
- Give reassurance and information.
- Encourage appropriate
professional help. - Encourage self-help and other
support strategies.
Delivery Format:
Blended In-Person: 2-hour, self-paced online course, followed by 4.5- to 5.5-hour Instructor-led class
Date and Time:
September 26, 2025; 8 AM to 3 PM
Location:
General Services Building
921 W Thatcher Blvd 2nd floor, Safford, AZ 85546
Need a different date and time? Reach out to Morgan Larsen at (928) 428-0110 or email mlarsen@graham.az.gov to schedule for your group at your location.
