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YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID – May 3rd & 4th, 2022
May 3 @ 9:00 am - May 4 @ 4:00 pm IST
Free
DESCRIPTION
This is a two day course offered in conjunction with St John of God’s, Mental Health First Aid Ireland.
Please note, this training will be held in person in the Camden Court Hotel in Dublin City Centre.
The Youth Mental Health First Aid course from Mental Health First Aid Ireland is designed for adults who live with, work with or support young people aged between 12 and 18. This course teaches participants how to assist a young person who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence-based action plan.
Mental health topics covered during Youth MHFA training include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Eating Disorders
- Psychosis
- Substance Use Problems
CAPACITY
COST
Free of charge
DURATION
May 3rd & 4th, 2022, 9am- 4pm
Two days training
Camden Court Hotel
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
- Develop skills to identify when someone is in a mental health difficulty
- Develop the capacity and skills to support that person and help on a first aid basis
- Effectively direct others towards appropriate support services
DESIGNED FOR
- Those who work in the youth sector
- Have an interest in responding to the health needs of young people
DELIVERED BY
- St John of God’s, Mental Health First Aid Ireland
EXTRA INFORMATION
If you have any queries or questions please contact rachael@nyci.ie In addition, if you think you are unable to make the session, please notify us at your earliest convenience.
