Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID (MHFA)

Certification and Community Training

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in their communities.

This series provides essential tools for professionals, community leaders, and anyone interested in supporting those experiencing mental health crises.

All MHFA trainings are available online or in-person, and can be customized for your organization鈥檚 specific needs.

Bring to Your Team

All trainings can be delivered as part of an organizational wellness series or customized workshop. Ideal for team retreats, leadership development, or ongoing staff training.

UPCOMING SESSIONS

April 27, 2026

In-person Adult

Location: Bethel, Alaska

Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

June 1, 2026

In-person Adult

Location: Kodiak, Alaska

Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

June 22, 2026

Blended Youth MHFA

Location: Virtual / ILT

Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

PAST SESSIONS

July 25, 2025

Blended Youth MHFA

Virtual

Event Passed

August 25, 2025

Blended Youth MHFA

Virtual

Event Passed

TBD

In-person Adult

Nome, Alaska

Postponed

October 27, 2025

Blended Adult MHFA

Anchorage, Alaska

Event Passed

November 17, 2025

Blended Youth MHFA

Zoom

Event Passed

December 15, 2025

Blended Adult MHFA

Zoom

Event Passed

January 26, 2026

In-Person Youth

Juneau, Alaska

Event Passed

February 23, 2026

Blended Adult MHFA

Virtual / ILT

Event Passed

March 23, 2026

Older Adult In-person

Fairbanks, Alaska

Event Passed

OBJECTIVES & STRUCTURE

Program Objectives

  • Equip staff with tools for real-time crisis response
  • Enhance coordination across health, safety, and community systems
  • Promote trauma-informed, culturally responsive care
  • Support long-term engagement in behavioral health careers

Program Structure

Each session includes guided instruction, peer discussions, and practical scenarios modeled after Alaska-based case studies. Trainings are aligned with national best practices and are continuously updated to reflect evolving community needs.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This series is ideal for:

  • Behavioral health providers
  • Crisis response teams
  • Peer support specialists
  • Law enforcement and emergency personnel
  • Community-based healthcare workers
  • School and campus safety staff
  • Anyone supporting individuals in crisis

Registration & Contact

馃摟 Contact: uaa_cache@alaska.edu

馃敆 Catalog: CACHE Training Catalog

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