Mental Health First Aid Trainings
Wellness Associates of Greater Rochester offers Mental Health First Aid trainings in a variety of modules. Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training and certification course. Courses can be offered completely in person, virtual, or blended options to fit your organizations needs.
Adult Mental Health First Aid
This presentation looks at the impact of individual and collective trauma experienced over the past two and a half years, and the impact on workplace culture. This workshop includes research-based practical tips on how to create an environment that is not only supportive, but progressive in responding to the mental health needs of employees.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid that certifies adult who work with youth to be able identify, understand and provide support to adolescents (ages 12-18).
Other Modules
Higher Education Module
Immerse your team in our captivating training program designed to reduce stigma, tackle difficult challenges, and empower your students, professors, and school staff to fully engage in their daily lives, while actively supporting those in their community.
Corrections Professionals Module
Empower your Corrections Professionals with Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, arming them with the expertise to recognize, comprehend, and respond to mental health and substance use challenges among their peers. Offering vital support and resources, correctional facilities can assist staff in navigating challenges, mitigating burnout, and fostering a positive work environment. Ultimately, this approach benefits both staff and the individuals they serve.
Older Adult Module
Enhance your life and acquire the skills to aid and uplift older adults navigating mental health or substance use challenges. Obtain certification in our evidence-based, early intervention training program to address the prevalent late-onset mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression, among older adults. Break the barriers of identification and treatment with our specialized program.
Military and Veterans Module
This evidence-based Mental Health First Aid program is tailored for Military, Veterans, and their Families. This early intervention training equips adults with the skills to assist and support community members facing mental health or substance use challenges. Delve into the unique aspects of military culture, understanding risk factors like mental and physical trauma. Learn to dismantle stigma and reach out to those silently suffering, fostering a culture that encourages seeking help.