Mental Health First Aid Certification Training will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. Mental Health First Aid USA is an 8-hour certification course that teaches a five-step action plan encompassing the skills, resources and knowledge to help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional, peer and self-help care. Participants learn the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems, build understanding of the importance of early intervention and, most importantly, provide support to someone in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Pre-coursework hours must be completed at least 48 hours prior to the training.

Training is open and free to current SSC employees and students only. Call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2393 for more information.

The facilitator of this training is Angi Leighton, PhD. She is a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) National Train-the-Trainer for the National Council of Behavioral Health, as well as a Program Quality Evaluator for the program. Angi has extensive experience in the fields of mental health and mental health support services as well as a background in nursing, and education and extensive forensic training, research and psychological assessment. She is also an executive and leadership coach with a passion for helping others thrive in their lives by achieving their goals and dreams.