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WHAT IS YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID

The numerous challenges of the uncertain COVID climate have increased stress and amplified the need for mental health support in schools. In response to this need, EatMoveGrow (EMG) is providing an evidenced-based mental health program, Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA).

YMHFA is a 6.5 hour training designed to assist school staff in supporting middle and high school students. Participants will gain knowledge and skills to help them identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health concerns. YMHFA is ideal for anyone who is a health resource for students. The training includes the impact of social media and bullying, identifying traumas, common signs and symptoms of mental illness and substance abuse, how to interact with someone in crisis, and how to connect with the appropriate help needed.

CE CREDITS FOR SCHOOL NURSES AND SOCIAL WORKERS

For school nurses and social workers who are interested in earning 6.5 contact hours CE credits, the course is available through a partnership with University of Louisiana Lafayette, Nursing Professional Development Program. Registration fees are waived and there is a $60+ credit card fee for CE credit. Multiple dates for the one-day class are available: October 20, November 17, and December 8, 2021. If you are interested in attending one of these dates, please see registration links below.

• Registration for October 20 Training
• Registration for November 17 Training
• Registration for December 8 Training

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING FOR SCHOOL STAFF

For those not in need of CE credit, EMG has two staff members certified as YMHFA trainers who can provide technical assistance and group trainings. To meet the needs of all schools, the training is offered as an all-virtual training, in-person training, or a hybrid of both. There is no fee and no limit to the number of participants at each school.

If you are interested in scheduling a YMHFA training or want more information,

Contact Lynne Bourgeois

(985) 519-3362

lynne@eatmovegrow.us

Trainings for CE Credit

• Collaboration with UL Lafayette NPD Program: select training dates October 20, November 17, and December 8, 2021
• If you are interested in attending these trainings for CE credits, be sure to register ASAP as space is limited for each of these events. Registration links provided below:

Registration for October 20 Training

Registration for November 17 Training

Registration for December 8 Training

Recommended due to COVID

• Virtual: 2-hour, self–paced online class followed by 4.5 hour instructor led via Zoom

• Blended Learning: 2-hour, self–paced online class followed by 4.5 hour in-person class
• In person: 6.5-hour instructor led in-person course

Email: lynne@eatmovegrow.us
Website: eatmovegrow.us
Phone: 318-335-2112
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatmovegrowla