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    MHFA13 - Mental Health First Aid in Our Schools: Preparing Teachers

    Sunday, May 4, 2025
    11:15 AM - 12:15 PM ET
    Location: 104AB
    NASW CCB ACCME NADAAC NBCC
    Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is a research-based training program designed to equip adults with the skills to support youth facing mental health and substance use challenges. This presentation will emphasize the collaborative efforts of Marietta College’s Education Department in providing YMHFA training for teacher candidates and P-12 partners, as well as Adult Mental Health First Aid for college students. Additionally, Chatham University will share their success in implementing YMHFA training with pre-service teachers and other educators in Allegheny County. Presenters will discuss the benefits of MHFA curricula, along with insights from newly trained participants.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Attendees will be able to recognize and explore the profound impact of MHFA training for pre-service teachers.
    • Attendees will be able to recognize and explore the profound impact of YMHFA training for PK-12th grade educators.
    • Attendees will be able to recognize and explore the profound impact of YMHFA training for preservice teachers (college students) through the perspectives of certified trainees.