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Mental Health First Aid for Fire & EMS (SMRS0048)

Mental Health First Aid for Fire & EMS

       from National Council for Mental WellBeing

WHY MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?

Firefighters and EMS personnel are constantly exposed to traumatic events
and life-threatening situations that can take a toll on mental health.
Strengthen your community and get your firefighters and EMS personnel
certified in Mental Health First Aid for Fire/EMS, a trusted evidence-based
and early intervention training program.

WHAT IT COVERS

• The relevance of mental health to the Fire/EMS community.
• Risk factors and protective factors specific to the Fire/EMS community.
• How to apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in scenarios designed specifically for Fire/EMS professionals.
• National, regional and community mental health resources for Fire/EMS professionals and their families.

WHO SHOULD TAKE IT

• Firefighters
• EMS Personnel
• Members of the Fire/EMS community.
• Family members of the Fire/EMS community.

How will Training Be Administered?

The training is available on a first-come first-served basis and is limited to 25 participants. The training is scheduled for Thursday, April 25th from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. It is a virtual training with several breaks built in throughout the day. Prior to the class, you will be assigned 2 hours of pre work to complete.  Upon completion of the training, you will receive a three year certification along with 7.5 CEUs.

Cost of Training

The training is FREE as it is sponsored by UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina.

 
Details
Date(s)  Thu. Apr 25, 2024 09:00 AM - 4:00 PM 
Location Online Delivery - See Offering Specific Information for details, OTHER
OTHER NC 
Google Map
Handicap Accessibility No
WiFi Access  
Offered By NC Office of Emergency Medical Services 
Primary Instructor TBD, To Be Determined 
Course Length 7.5 hrs 
Course Hours 7.50 
CEUs  
Award Credentials
Prerequisites
Equivalent Prerequisites
Maximum Participants 25
# Open Seats 25
# on Wait List 0

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