Mental Health First Aid Training
We empower Oregonians to recognize, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.
We build strong communities by equipping participants with practical tools to offer help and hope.
Supported by the Association of Oregon Community Mental Health Programs (AOCMHP) and the Oregon Health Authority, MHFA provides virtual and in-person courses are available statewide for adults, youth, veterans, public safety professionals, older adults, and teens.
Skills You'll Gain
Identify early signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges.
Approach, listen to, and support someone experiencing distress or crisis.
Connect individuals to professional help and community resources with confidence and compassion.
Join the thousands of Oregonians trained in Mental Health First Aid
For more information, please contact Heather Stewart hstewart@aocmhp.org or for MHFA trainings in Spanish contact Oscar Alvarez oalvarez@aocmhp.org
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Asist Training
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Advanced Skills Training
Providing behavioral health professionals and community responders with in-depth, evidence-based training to address suicide risk with confidence and care.
Mobile Crisis Training
A free, state-supported program designed to prepare Oregon's mobile crisis teams to respond safely, effectively, and compassionately in moments of crisis.