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Youth Mental Health First Aid - St. Paul
Location
NAMI Minnesota
1919 University Ave W Suite 400 St Paul, MN 55104Refund Policy
Description
Youth Mental Health First Aid - Postponed
Learn basic first aid skills needed to help youth or a young adult who is experiencing a mental health problem or crisis including suicide. Focus is given to recognizing the early warning signs of a mental health problem to full-blown suicidal ideation.
Certificates will be provided and attendees may use these to apply for CEUs. Information regarding curriculum can be found at www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org. Participants MUST be present for entire curricula to receive a certificate.
This nine-hour workshop is designed for members of the public who have frequent contact with youth and young adults such as parents, school staff, coaches, youth workers and volunteers. It is not intended for professionals who have a background in mental health.
Lunch will not be provided so please plan to bring your own bag lunch.
For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations, please contact Nancy at nquinn@namimn.org or 651-645-2948 ext. 132. At least one week advance notice of need for accommodations is helpful.
NAMI Minnesota Cancellation Policy
NAMI Minnesota thanks you for registering to attend one of our classes. We understand that unforeseen situations arise and you may need to cancel your registration. If you are unable to attend, a substitute individual is welcome to attend in your place, but NAMI Minnesota must be notified in writing (e-mail is acceptable) with the name and contact information for the person who will be attending. NAMI Minnesota reserves the right to cancel any event, conference or class due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. If there is a cancellation, participants will be notified by telephone and/or email as soon as possible. We will make reasonable efforts to reschedule.
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What We DoNAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with mental illnesses and their families. For over 40 years, NAMI Minnesota has worked to promote the development of community mental health programs and services, change public attitudes about mental illnesses, improve access to services and increase opportunities for recovery. NAMI Minnesota champions justice, dignity, and respect for all people affected by mental illnesses. Through education, support, and advocacy we strive to effect positive changes in the mental health system and increase the public and professional understanding of mental illnesses. Visit our website at www.namimn.org.
Did you know? NAMI Minnesota offers over 300 free classes and 60 support groups each year, and was recently recognized with prestigious national and state awards for its advocacy successes!