Mental Health First Aid (Virtual Certification)

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Online Learning Event

$200 (+GST)
$120 (+GST) for members

Start: May 26, 2026

Start: 8:30 am
End: 4:00 pm

Online (Zoom)

Opening Minds and the Mental Health Commission of Canada

Mar 24 – May 22, 2026

Limited Seating Available – 15 seats

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Program Description

An Overview

Join us for the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Standard course, offered in collaboration with Opening Minds and the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

This full-day virtual session (9:00 AM – 4:30 PM PST) will teach participants how to recognize signs of declining mental well-being and how to provide essential support during a mental health crisis using MHFA actions. Through interactive activities in a virtual classroom, you’ll develop practical skills to assist those in need.

  • Early registration is encouraged as capacity for this session is limited to 15 participants.
  • The deadline to register is May 22, 2026 at 3pm PST
  • BCNPHA members receive a special discount of $80!
  • Receive the MHFA Standard certificate upon successful completion.

What You Will learn

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Enhanced Awareness: Gain vital insights to recognize early signs of mental well-being decline
  • Transcendent Skills: This course provides you with practical skills that you can apply to better support those around you at home, work or in your community
  • Crisis Management: Acquire essential tools to assist effectively during mental health crisis
  • Evidence Based: Opening Minds programs are evidence-based and scientifically proven to deliver desired outcomes
  • Organizational Success: Boost morale and foster a healthy workplace environment

Event Facilitated By:

Ferzana Jamani

Questions?

Please contact: courtney@bcnpha.ca

Terms and Conditions

Before registering, please review the following document carefully.

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