Mental First Aid for Public Safety

WHY MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for Public Safety teaches the skills needed to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. This evidence-based training promotes open dialogue, reduces stigma and encourages officers to seek support when needed. Offering MHFA for Public Safety can help
create a healthier, more resilient and productive department.

WHAT IT COVERS
• Signs and symptoms of common mental health and substance use challenges.
• How to recognize common risk factors and warning signs.
• Crisis diffusion and follow-up tactics.
• Affirming and reassurance tactics.
• How to encourage appropriate help.
• Self-help and support strategies.

The course will teach you how to
apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE):
• Assess for risk of suicide or harm.
• Listen nonjudgmentally.
• Give reassurance and information.
• Encourage appropriate professional help.
• Encourage self-help and other support strategies.

WHO SHOULD TAKE IT
• Law enforcement
• Other first responders
• 911 dispatchers

INSTRUCTOR:  David R. Edwards is a certified trainer for Mental Health First Aid.  He currently serves as the Wellness Officer for the Monroe Public Safety Department and is a member of the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association.

LOCATION:  Mott Community College – Southern Lake Branch, 2100 W. Thompson Road, Fenton, MI 48430

Date and Time:  October 20, 2025, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

COST:  Certified Members – Free, Non-certified Members – $80.00 per person, All Others – $160.00 per person

Click to REGISTER below:

https://form.123formbuilder.com/6888767/training-application-form

“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

This training is registered as, “Agency Mandatory Continuing Professional Education (CPE).”