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Become an MHFA Instructor

Do you want to become an Adult or Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor?” If that’s a “yes,” you’ve already done the most important part: you’ve decided to #BeTheDifference.

MHFA Instructors unite their communities, reduce negative attitudes about mental health and substance use challenges, build mental health literacy and teach others how they can help.

Our 3-day Instructor training courses are offered virtually and in-person. Each course costs $2,200 and discounts are available for existing Instructors and National Council members.

To begin your journey to becoming an Instructor, complete this form. A member of our team will review your submission and you will receive an email with instructions for completing the application within 48 hours.

Once you’re accepted, you’ll receive more information on registering for an upcoming course and accessing course materials.

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*For more information on becoming a teen MHFA Instructor, complete this form.

  • In July 2015, I had the opportunity to take a Mental Health First Aid course at WestCare Nevada. Little did I know that just a few days later I would be using the information and techniques I had learned in the class in a real life situation.” –Rick Denton
  • Hilda Marie’s worst nightmare was unfolding right before her eyes. Teetering at the edge of the platform was a woman poised to jump in front of an oncoming train. What would you do? For Hilda, there was no question. She turned to the skills she learned in the eight-hour Mental Health First Aid class she completed. ” –Hilda Marie
  • I recently got dispatched on a psychiatric call...because I took the Mental Health First Aid class, I knew not to take the attitude that she's crazy and was able to keep her calm.” –Sarah L., EMT
  • I’ve taken regular first aid, and I’ve used both, but certainly the opportunities to use Mental Health First Aid are much more abundant.” –Nathan Krause, Pastor, Olney Seventh-day Adventist Church, Maryland
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