Certified Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training

Empowering Workplaces, Schools, and Creative Communities

Mental health challenges can affect anyone, anywhere—at home, in the workplace, or within our local communities. Just as physical first aid teaches people how to assist during a medical emergency, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) equips individuals with the skills, confidence, and knowledge to recognize and support someone experiencing a mental health problem or crisis.

As a certified Mental Health First Aid instructor with the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC), Christine offers interactive, evidence-based training for organizations, businesses, and groups across Ontario.

Why Mental Health First Aid Matters for Your Organization

Creating a supportive, psychologically safe environment isn't just good practice—it's essential for group well-being and organizational health. MHFA training gives your team the practical tools needed to step in with empathy and clarity before a situation escalates.

Key Benefits of MHFA Training:

❋ Early Interventions

❋ Crisis Management

❋ Stigma Reduction

❋ Resource Connection

What You Will Learn in the Course

Developed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC), this evidence-based course prepares participants to:

  • Spot when a colleague, friend, or community member may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis.

  • Respond calmly and safely in a mental health or substance use emergency.

  • Reach out to and guide individuals toward professional healthcare resources and community supports for recovery.

  • Use evidence-based actions to assist others while maintaining and protecting your own mental well-being.

Course Structure & Format

MHFA Virtual is an interactive 8-hour instruction program designed to fit flexibly into busy professional schedules:

Module 1 (Self-Directed Online)

A 2-hour self-study module completed independently online before the live sessions begin

6 hours of interactive, instructor-led learning delivered via Zoom across two 3-hour sessions

Modules 2 & 3 (Live Virtual Classroom)

Upon completing both the self-study module and live virtual classroom sessions, participants receive an official Mental Health First Aid Certificate from the Mental Health Commission of Canada

Certification

Bring Certified MHFA Training to Your Team

Invest in mental health literacy and build a safer, more supportive environment for your workplace or community.