Mental Health First Aid Missouri

Mental Health First Aid Missouri Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the initial help given to someone developing a mental health challenge or experiencing a mental health crisis.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Missouri conducts courses designed to teach the general public how to recognize symptoms of mental health problems, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person towards appropriate treatments and other supportive help. There are curriculums for adults and youth along with specializations in public safety, veterans, and faith-based groups. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Missouri is housed within the Missouri Institute of Mental Health and is one of three national partners in the US that teach and distribute the curriculum. For more information and to find a training in your area, please visit our website.

Don't miss your chance to learn how to effectively support a young person in your life. Get certified in Youth Mental He...
10/20/2025

Don't miss your chance to learn how to effectively support a young person in your life. Get certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid on November 7th in this free ($170 value) course. Any Missouri resident may attend.

Register today: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/etkpgmv

Congratulations to these new Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructors! This dynamic group will soon be facilitating MHF...
10/15/2025

Congratulations to these new Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructors! This dynamic group will soon be facilitating MHFA across the state.
Want to join them? Learn about becoming an instructor: https://mhfamissouri.org/application/
Spaces are still available for our Youth Instructor Training on December 8-10.

Today is World Mental Health Day. It's a day to remember that mental health is health — and taking care of yourself isn’...
10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day. It's a day to remember that mental health is health — and taking care of yourself isn’t selfish, it’s essential.

You matter. Your mental health matters.

We're thrilled to be at the Missouri Department of Social Services, Division of Youth Services Conference. This year a Y...
10/07/2025

We're thrilled to be at the Missouri Department of Social Services, Division of Youth Services Conference. This year a Youth MHFA and QPR course are featured as part of the conference. Stop by our booth to learn more!

Tina had the opportunity to present at the 2nd Annual Region 7 Peer Summit in Kansas City, sharing how Mental Health Fir...
10/01/2025

Tina had the opportunity to present at the 2nd Annual Region 7 Peer Summit in Kansas City, sharing how Mental Health First Aid strengthens resilience in those who support others.
Ready to become a Mental Health First Aider? Visit our website to learn more: https://mhfamissouri.org/home/events/

You already support young people. Now teach others how to do the same. Become a certified Youth Mental Health First Aid ...
09/30/2025

You already support young people. Now teach others how to do the same. Become a certified Youth Mental Health First Aid instructor. The next virtual training is October 13–15. Apply at https://mhfamissouri.org/application/

Mental Health First Aid expands access to care by preparing adults to notice signs and symptoms, offer support, and conn...
09/23/2025

Mental Health First Aid expands access to care by preparing adults to notice signs and symptoms, offer support, and connect youth to help before a crisis. Take the first step—sign up for a course or apply to become an instructor today. https://mhfamissouri.org/home/events/

Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Toolkit. (2025). #988

Every day in Missouri, young people face many challenges. With Youth Mental Health First Aid, more adults learn how to r...
09/22/2025

Every day in Missouri, young people face many challenges. With Youth Mental Health First Aid, more adults learn how to recognize signs and connect teens to mental health professionals. Become a Youth MHFA Instructor. https://mhfamissouri.org/application/

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based mental health awareness program that helps prepare pre-service educat...
09/22/2025

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based mental health awareness program that helps prepare pre-service educators to feel more confident noticing signs and symptoms and assisting youth with mental health challenges in the school setting.

Participants learn:
•Signs & symptoms of common mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and substance use
•A five-step action plan to assist youth experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis.
•How to connect a youth with professional help and resources

To learn more about bringing these invaluable tools to your education students, email us at mhat@umsl.edu

Faith leaders. Youth mentors. Library staff. Parents.Mental Health First Aid Instructors guide conversations that reduce...
09/19/2025

Faith leaders. Youth mentors. Library staff. Parents.
Mental Health First Aid Instructors guide conversations that reduce stigma and save lives. Become a Youth MHFA Instructor. https://mhfamissouri.org/application/

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One University Boulevard
St. Louis, MO
63121

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