North Texas Behavioral Health Authority provides free Mental Health First Aid training courses.
2025 Mental Health First Aid Classes
Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid
April 21st, 8:30 - 1:00. Hosted by NTBHA. Link to register: https://YMHFA_4_21_25.eventbrite.com
Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
April 21st, 8:30 - 3:00. Hosted by NTBHA & Parkland. Link to register: https://AMHFA_4_21_25.eventbrite.com
Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid
April 21st, 8:30 - 1:00. Hosted by NTBHA. Link to register: https://YMHFA_4_21_25.eventbrite.com
Legal Does Not Mean Safe (April 23rd 12pm-1pm)
There are many substances being sold in local stores that can be just as dangerous as heroin, and their legal.
Whether they are edibles, supplements, cartridges, or "herbs", Legal does not mean safe.
Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
April 25th, 8:30 - 3:00. Hosted by NTBHA. Link to register: https://AMHFA_4_25_25.eventbrite.com
Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
April 28, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Hosted by Denton County MHMR. Link to register.
Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
May 5th, 8:30 - 3:00. Hosted by NTBHA & Parkland. Link to register: https://AdultMHFA05052025.eventbrite.com
Neurodivergence and Substance Use (May 7th 12pm-1pm)
How has being neurodivergent prevented adequate substance use treatment?
In this presentation, learn what is neurodivergence; how misdiagnosis has contributed to higher risk of substance use and suicide;
what we can do as professionals to increase success in recovery.
Adult Mental Health First Aid
May 9, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Hosted by Denton County MHMR. Link to register.
In-Person Adult Mental Health First Aid
May 9th , 9:00 - 5:00. Hosted by NTBHA and Grand Prairie YMCA. Link to register: https://AdultMHFA05092025.eventbrite.com
In-Person Spanish Adult Mental Health First Aid (Primeros auxilios para salud mental de adultos en-YMCA Grand Prairie)
May 10th, 9:00 - 5:00. Hosted by NTBHA and Grand Prairie Family YMCA. Link to register: https://Spanishadult05102025.eventbrite.com
Adult Mental Health First Aid
May 16, 8:00am - 4:00pm. Hosted by Denton County MHMR. Link to register.
Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
May 20th, 8:30 - 3:00. Hosted by NTBHA. Link to register: https://AdultMHFA05202025.eventbrite.com
Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
May 23rd, 8:30 - 3:00. Hosted by NTBHA & Parkland. Link to register: https://AdultMHFA05232025.eventbrite.com
Alcohol Use Disorder and Treatment Review (May 28th 12pm-1pm)
Learn what is Alcohol Use Disorder. Also learn about the different common treatments and their effectiveness
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
May 29 & 30, 8:30am - 4:30pm. Hosted by Denton County MHMR. Link to register.
Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
May 30th, 8:30 - 3:00. Hosted by NTBHA. Link to register: https://AdultMHFA05302025.eventbrite.com
Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid
May 30th, 8:30 - 1:00. Hosted by NTBHA. Link to register: https://YouthMHFA_053025.eventbrite.com
Fentanyl Awareness and Narcan (June 11th 12pm-1pm)
Learn the current Fentanyl trends and its dangers. Also learn what is Naloxone and the common delivery methods to prevent overdose.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
June 13, 8:30am - 4:30pm. Hosted by Denton County MHMR. Link to register.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Information and Updates (June 25th 12pm-1pm)
In July of 2022 the new Suicide and Crisis Lifeline was implemented.
Since then, there has been a number of updates to make it even easier to get the crisis support needed.
This presentation will cover information about 988 and the latest updates.
Adult Mental Health First Aid
June 27, 8:00am - 4:00pm. Hosted by Denton County MHMR. Link to register.
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!