Registration now open for “Mental Health First Aid”

The UMD Continuing Education Department is offering Adult Mental Health First Aid – a ground-breaking public education program that helps people understand and respond to signs of mental illness. The training introduces participants to the risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems, builds an understanding of their impact, and gives an overview of the common treatments.

Adult Mental Health First Aid is an interactive eight-hour training program that presents an overview of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training prepares members of the community to provide Mental Health First Aid to individuals experiencing a mental health problem. It is designed to help community members identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness. What you say, how you say it, and how well you listen can have a profound impact on those in need.

The training will be offered from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 20 at Higher Ed’s Grand Marais campus on West Third Street. There is a $115 fee. To register or for more information call (218) 726-8113.