Mental Health First Aid Missouri

02/20/2026

Be a part of the movement and attend a Mental Health First Aid or Youth Mental Health First Aid class. Register at: https://mhfamissouri.org/mental-health-first-aider/

02/18/2026

“Several years ago, I completed the Youth Mental Health First Aid training and jumped on the opportunity to complete this training. While it can be challenging content, it has been extremely important in both my personal and professional life.” - anonymous participant

Apply to become an Adult MHFA Instructor on March 23-25, 2026 at: https://mhfamissouri.org/application/

02/13/2026

Future Educators Trained in Mental Health First Aid!
The Columbia College Division of Education & the Missouri Institute of Mental Health teamed up to train 18 future teachers in Youth Mental Health First Aid! 🎓💙

Thanks to a SAMHSA grant, Columbia College’s newly certified Youth Mental Health First Aiders join nearly 1000 educators across Missouri in this vital training.

Learn more: 🔗 mhfamissouri.org/mhat

02/11/2026

Congratulations to these new Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructors! This dynamic group will soon be facilitating YMHFA across the state.
Want to join them? Learn about becoming an instructor: https://mhfamissouri.org/application/
Spaces are still available for our next Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor Training, April 13-15, 2026 – Virtual.

02/06/2026

We are currently recruiting instructor candidates across Missouri to become MHFA Instructors. You don’t need to be a mental health professional, but successful instructors typically bring:
• A foundational understanding of mental health concepts
• Experience facilitating group learning or training
• A plan for how and where you’ll offer MHFA courses

If you are ready to take the next step, we invite you to apply at https://mhfamissouri.org/instructor/

02/04/2026

Free Youth Mental Health First Aid and QPR courses are currently being offered at no cost to Missouri public schools thanks to funding from DESE. More information and registration links can be found at https://mhfamissouri.org/dese/

01/30/2026

Congratulations to these new Adult 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 next Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor Training, March 23-25, 2026 – Virtual.

01/27/2026

In 2025, more than 9,750 Missourians became Mental Health First Aiders. Instructors are on the frontlines of the program and train people in their communities. Become a Mental Health First Aid Instructor on March 23-25, 2026. Apply at https://mhfamissouri.org/application/

01/20/2026

MHFA Instructors teach life-changing skills that help people facing mental health or substance use challenges. Apply today! https://mhfamissouri.org/application/

01/15/2026

You already support young people. Now teach others how to do the same. Become a Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor. The next virtual training is February 9-11, 2026. Apply at https://mhfamissouri.org/application/

12/10/2025

Congratulations to these new Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructors! This dynamic group will soon be facilitating YMHFA 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 February 9-11, 2026.

11/25/2025

The holiday season can increase stress and strain. MHFA encourages self-help strategies that help you stay steady when routines shift. Read more:

From family gatherings to financial pressures, the holiday season can take a toll on your mental health.