Mental Health First Aid Training

RSVP by September 25 to receive pre-work assignments

CommUNITY Arts STL proudly hosts a Mental Health First Aid Training at Central Studio. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.  CABBIE volunteers are invited to gain some valuable knowledge to serve our CAB kids.  This training is open to the public for anyone who wants to become more knowledgable on how to help our local youth. 

WHAT MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID COVERS

• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in

this age group, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders

and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).

• Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.

• How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis.

• How to connect the youth with help.

• Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and

the impact of social media and bullying.

Training is funded and made possible by STL Mental Health Board.