This PD opportunity is to obtain your certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA). YMHFA is a skill building training for staff to help youth who may be facing a mental health problem.

WHAT MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID COVERS
• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in this age group, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).
• Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
• How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis.
• How to connect the youth with help.
• Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying

This training is only open to SEZP employees. Participants will receive PDP credit upon completion. Please register at TeachPoint and reach out to Carolina Martinez if you have any questions.