Workshops & Events

Mental Health First Aid Certification Course

Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CT
Location: Immanuel Lakeside, 17475 Frances Street, Omaha NE 68130

Speaker: Julie Davis, Mental Health First Aid Coordinator for Region 6 Behavioral Healthcare

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. Due to the hands-on nature of this course, registration will be capped at 25.

Learn how to respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE):
A ssess for risk of suicide or harm.
L isten nonjudgmentally.
G ive reassurance and information.
E ncourage appropriate professional help.
E ncourage self-help and other support strategies.

Registration Fees: (Registration costs include lunch, snacks and the training manual.)

Members: $99
Non-members: $160

Continuing Education: 7.5 hours of continuing education from Nebraska DHHS Regulation and Licensure, Board of NHA has been approved for this conference. Appropriate records will be maintained for other disciplines to receive credit from their credentialing organizations. 7.5 nursing contact hours for all nurses, provided by IWCC, Iowa’s Board of Nursing Provider #6. Approval pending.

Who Should Attend: It is recommended that ALL disciplines (Nursing, Social Services, Activities, Dietary, Administration) attend this class.

Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be given for cancellations for this webinar, but substitutions are welcome. No shows will be billed. Please email Natalie McCormick at [email protected] with the new name and email address.

MORE INFO

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