Mental Health First Aid (MHFA): A Tool for the Workplace:
Grab a coffee, beverage or snack and join us for “Coffee with QNET,” a complimentary learning session.
At this session, we’ll explore Canada’s Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course / certification and the important role it can play in the workplace.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes for participants to recognize changes in mental health, respond supportively, and apply practical actions for declining mental health and crisis situations. It helps participants build confidence, reduce stigma, and enhance their own mental health. Delivered in 35 nations worldwide and with over 8 million people trained, MHFA is a global movement.
Come join us to:
- Learn about MHFA training/certification and the benefits of this training as a tool in the workplace
- Find out what you can expect as an MHFA course participant, including an overview of the program content, educational approach, and delivery method
- Hear stories and examples of organizations and/or teams that have benefitted from MHFA
Facilitator
As an Occupational Therapist working primarily in long term disability case management, Leah has the privilege of providing supportive, strength based rehab services to individuals returning to work following illness or injury. It is through working with so many amazing, resilient clients that her passion for mental health immerged, particularly with respect to mental health issues in the workplace. Mental Health First Aid has provided Leah with the opportunity to not only open up the conversation around mental health in her own workplace but also provide concrete, helpful strategies to those she has trained.
Funding provided by The Manitoba government.
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