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Why Bring MHFA to Your Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Make your organization a better support system with mental health group training. Mental Health First Aid gives teams the skills to notice signs of mental health challenges and respond with care. Make mental wellness part of your organizational culture today.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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What Is Mental Health First Aid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches teams how to recognize the signs of mental health and substance use challenges. They will learn how to offer support and connect someone with the help they need. MHFA gives your team the tools to step up with confidence when someone is struggling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why MHFA Works for Groups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When groups take MHFA together, the results go further. Shared training builds an organizational culture of support, safety and awareness. It teaches people to look out for one another \u2014 and makes it easier to talk about mental health at work, in schools and in communities<\/p>\n\n\n\nSee Our Group Training Options<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Build Internal Expertise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Learn and Grow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During your training, you\u2019ll increase your knowledge<\/a> of signs, symptoms and risk factors of mental health and substance use challenges.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Feel Confident<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After your training, you\u2019ll feel more confident<\/a> talking about mental health and substance use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Make a Difference<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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How Mental Health Group Training Makes a Difference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With group training in MHFA, your organization can create lasting change. From staff, to students, to volunteers and community members, MHFA gives your group a shared language and plan for responding to mental health challenges.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Build a Stronger Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Training a group helps create a community where mental health is respected and supported.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Encourage Early Action<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Team members learn how to notice early signs of mental health challenges and offer help sooner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Reduce Stigma Together<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MHFA helps people feel more comfortable talking about mental health and reaching out for help.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Train on Your Schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Choose virtual, in-person or hybrid options that work best for your team\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Flexible for Any Group<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MHFA is perfect for workplaces, schools, government agencies, nonprofits and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Scalable Training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MHFA is mental health training that can be adapted across your organization.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mental Health First Aid for Groups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Looking to train a group in Mental Health First Aid? Our group MHFA trainings make it easy to bring mental health support to your school, organization or community. Explore our options to find the right fit for your team of 6 or more. For smaller groups, find an upcoming training near you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Train a Team of Instructors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Expand your impact with a team of Instructors ready to train others after a 3-day course.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Workplace-specific Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Reengage your staff with mental health training for the workplace that fits into their busy schedules<\/p>\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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For Schools & Teens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Train teachers and staff to teach adults how to help youth, or to teach teens how to support each other during tough times.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Trusted Training for 15+ Years<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brought to the U.S. by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Mental Health First Aid USA has trained over 4.5 million people in MHFA since 2008 \u2014 many through group training. Join the growing number of schools, companies and communities using MHFA to support mental health.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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School-based Mental Health Coordinator, UnityPoint Health<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Student, Amherst Steele High School<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Michaela Hjelm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wellness Program Manager, Trident Seafoods Corporation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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“The trainings opened the door for employees to share their ideas on how we can further our mission as an organization to raise awareness and caring. As a result, we\u2019ve<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Brooke Castillo<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Mental Health First Aid at Work training has helped people leaders, human resources and environmental health safety and security colleagues find the courage to handle situations that arise. These situations<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Get Started With Mental Health Group Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ready to bring MHFA to your group? Fill out the form for more information, pricing details and help with finding the right fit for your organization.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n