Faribault Public Schools Community Education

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.  Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people.  This course introduces common mental  mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.  Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorder (including ADHD), and eating disorders.  Course takes place over two days, both from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  You will receive a certificate for participating in the course.  CEU's are available.  Please bring your own snacks.  Classes are held in partnership with Rice County Mental Health Collective.Price includes course manual.Please note updated dates and times.  Call 507-333-6011 with any questions.