Overview of MHFA blende program

1. What?
Why?
How?
COURSE OVERVIEW
MHFA Blended
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3. 3
Topics
Module 1: Introduction to MHFA
Self-Directed Module
 What is MHFA?
 Why is MHFA needed?
 What is the role of a first aider?
 Key terms and concepts
 Key knowledge, attitudes and behaviours
 Impact of stigma on mental well-being
 The range of changes that may indicate mental distress
(signs)
 Introduction to MHFA Actions – ALGEES

4. 4
Topics
Module 2: MHFA for Declining Mental Well-
Being
Virtual Classroom Module
• Review of Module 1
• Practicing ALGEES with scenarios
• Strategies for communicating with people from diverse
cultures and with members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community

5. 5
Topics
Details?
• Course Outline
• Intro in FG
Module 3: MHFA for Crisis Situations
Virtual Classroom Module
• Review of Module 2
• Responding to possible challenges
o What if the person is reluctant to talk with me?
o What if the person is reluctant to reach out to supports?
• Using ALGEES for your own self-care
• Recognizing possible signs of a crisis
• Helpful actions in a crisis
• (Closing) Next Steps – Commitments to practice