What to Expect from the MHFA Course

• Self-Paced Prework: Complete 2 hours of self-guided learning before the live session.

• Live Virtual Instruction: Join a 5.5-6 hour virtual training via Zoom, led by certified MHFA instructors.

• Certification: Upon completion, you’ll receive a nationally recognized MHFA certificate, valid for 3 years.

Whether you’re requesting a customized training or signing up for an open session, you’re taking a powerful step toward fostering a culture of support and well-being. We’re excited to help you on this journey!

What does it cover?

• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.

• Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.

• How to interact with a person in crisis.

• How to connect a person with help.

• Expanded content on trauma, substance use and self-care.

Who Should Attend?

MHFA is valuable for everyone, but especially for:

• Managers and Supervisors

• Human Resources Professionals

• Nonprofit board members

• Community group leaders

• Faith leaders

• Scout leaders

• Teachers and school administrators

• Parents or caregivers in family-centered organizations

About the Facilitator:

Meet your facilitator- Alyson Sauter!

Alyson has been training in Adult MHFA since 2017 and Youth MHFA since 2020. With over seven years of experience, Alyson has trained more than 500 individuals as Mental Health First Aiders, equipping them with the tools and confidence to make a real difference in their communities.

Alyson is known for creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable sharing and learning. Alyson has a knack for making complex topics accessible, blending her knowledge with a down-to-earth approach that resonates with people from all walks of life. She brings empathy, humor, and a genuine passion for mental health advocacy to every training, ensuring that you leave not only with new skills but also with a renewed sense of purpose

Hear what others are saying about Alyson and the course:

"Alyson was great! She was knowledgeable, engaging and truly passionate about teaching others learn to help others!" - Adult MHFA Participant

"Alyson was a great instructor and she really made the course! The videos and talking through the actions taken was also very helpful!" - Youth MHFA Participant

"The most helpful part of the course was the step-by-step action examples to help me think about how to have conversations with people going forward." - Adult MHFA Participant

"The self-paced curriculum was a good preparation for the virtual sessions, particularly since this is an area outside of my professional expertise." Adult MHFA Participant