North Texas Behavioral Health Authority provides free Mental Health First Aid training courses.
2025 Mental Health First Aid Classes
Adult Virtual Classes:
Mental Health First Aid (Helping Adults) - September 9, 8:30am. Hosted by Parkland & NTBHA.
Click link to register: https://Adult_Virtual_090925.eventbrite.com
Mental Health First Aid - TX RESIDENTS ONLY - September 16, 8:30am. Hosted by Dallas College & NTBHA.
Click link to register: https://AdultMHFA09162025.eventbrite.com
Mental Health First Aid (Helping Adults) - September 23, 8:30am. Hosted by Parkland & NTBHA.
Click link to register: https://Adult_Virtual_092325.eventbrite.com
Mental Health First Aid (Assisting Adults) - September 25, 8:30am. Hosted by NTBHA.
Click link to register: https://Adult_Virtual_092525.eventbrite.com
Mental Health First Aid (Helping Adults) - October 14, 8:30am. Hosted by Parkland & NTBHA.
Click link to register: https://Adult_Virtual_101425.eventbrite.com
Adult In Person Class
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training - October 10, 9:00am. Sponsored by NTBHA & YMCA.
Click link to register: https://Adult_InPerson_10102025.eventbrite.com
Primeros auxilio para la salud mental de adultos
Primeros auxilio para la salud mental de adultos - October 11, 9:00am. YMCA Grand Prarie.
Haga clic en el enlace para registrarse:https://Adulto_Espanol_1011125.eventbrite.com
Youth Virtual Classes:
YOUTH Mental Health First Aid (Adults Helping Youth) - September 11, 8:30am. Hosted by NTBHA.
Click link to register: https://Youth_Virtual_091125.eventbrite.com
YOUTH Mental Health First Aid (Adults Helping Youth) - September 30, 8:30am. Hosted by NTBHA.
YOUTH Mental Health First Aid (Adults Helping Youth) - October 7, 8:30am. Hosted by NTBHA.
Click link to register: https://Youth_Virtual_100725.eventbrite.com
YOUTH Mental Health First Aid (Adults Helping Youth) - October 16, 8:30am. Hosted by NTBHA.
Click link to register: https://Youth_Virtual_10162025.eventbrite.com
NTBHA Webinar Series:
Technology Impact on Mental Health - September 17
Click link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/technology-impact-on-mental-health-tickets-1458610205389?aff=oddtdtcreator
What is Mental Health First Aid Training: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a national training designed for individuals looking to assist a person struggling with mental health concerns. This training provides information about mental illnesses, as well as substance use. During the training, individuals will learn a 5-step action plan to support a person in crisis and make a connection to the resources needed for treatment or support. Participants will get hands-on practice utilizing the concepts discussed in the training, through interactive group activities, role plays and discussions. Participants will leave feeling ready to “say something” when they “see something”.
Who should take Mental Health First Aid Training: Teachers, first responders, veterans, neighbors, parents, friends, people in recovery, those supporting a loved one, and ANYONE who wants to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all.
Training Information
Youth Mental Health First Aid
This evidence-based intervention training is to help adults identify, react to, and support a child (age 8-18) experiencing mental health or substance use issues or is in active crisis. The course introduces common mental health challenges, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan on how to intervene. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance abuse, disorders inclusive of psychosis indicators, disruptive behavior disorders, and eating disorders.
- Participants must be 18 years or older
- Must complete all portions of course (prework and live) to receive certification
- Have access to technology- Course is taught online
Adult Mental Health First Aid
This evidence-based intervention training teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges or is in active crisis in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions.
- Participants must be 18 years or older
- Must complete all portions of course (prework and live) to receive certification
- Have access to technology- Course is taught online
Each class requires a minimum of 10 participants. Should your selected class not meet the minimum requirement, we will notify you and move your registration to a new training date of your choosing.
Refunds will not be issued for courses.
For group trainings: Must have a minimum of 10 participants. Refunds will not be issued for roster changes.
We are proud to partner with North Texas Behavioral Health Authority to offer even more dates for training for you to choose from!