UW Madison Division of Extension offers Mental Health training

Mental Health First Aid is a program that teaches participants how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. The program gives participants the skills and confidence to provide initial support to those who are experiencing a crisis in their community. Through a partnership with WiROSE (Wisconsin rural Opioid and Stimulant Engagement Project), UW-Madison Division of Extension is offering free training for both Youth and Mental Health First Aid to better equip adults to help those in their community who may be experiencing a mental health crisis or substance use disorder.

Adult Mental Health First Aid

Adult Mental Health First Aid teaches adults how to recognize signs of a mental health or substance use challenge or crisis. The program teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary.

Who should be trained?

For Adult Mental Health First Aid:

Employers
Police officers
Hospital staff
First responders
Faith leaders
Community members
Caring individuals

Upco

ming Sessions

UW Madison Division of Extension Educators across the state will be providing all Virtual Trainings at NO COST.

You will be required to complete a 2-hour, self-paced online class, and then participate in a 6.5 hour Instructor-led Zoom Meeting .

Space is limited to 25 participants.

To register for the 1 day Zoom training, please click on the date you would like to attend

If trainings are full, please either check back or fill out an interest form and we will let you know when more trainings become scheduled.

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people.

Who should be trained?

For Youth Mental Health First Aid:

Teachers
School staff
Coaches
Camp counselors
Youth group leaders
Parents
People who work with youth

Upcoming Sessions

UW Madison Division of Extension Educators across the state will be providing all Virtual Trainings at NO COST.

You will be required to complete a 2-hour, self-paced online class, and then participate in a 5 hour (no lunch break) or 5.5 hours (with lunch break) Instructor-led Zoom Meeting .

Space is limited to 25 participants.

Please register for the date you prefer. All classes start at 9 am and end at 3 pm.

If all trainings are full. Please either check back or fill out an interest form and we will let you know when more trainings become scheduled.

Wisconsin Schools are also encouraged to visit Wisconsin Safe and Healthy Schools Schools Center for Youth Mental Health First Aid training opportunities.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Request Form

The Division of Extension can offer a limited number of YMHFA trainings at no cost to Wisconsin communities and organizations. Wisconsin Schools are also encouraged to visit Wisconsin Safe and Healthy Schools Schools Center for Youth Mental Health First Aid training opportunities.

Please complete the YMHFA Inquiry Form questions as best you can.

Link to Inquiry Form: https://forms.gle/fUETKZMveAf2E3CU6