Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) – In Person – Hillsboro (WC)

This free training teaches how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. This training is open to everyone, including school staff, community partners, and families.

After completing this form, you will receive a calendar invite and email with more information.

Please reach out to Kate Fay with any questions – fayk@hsd.k12.or.us.