Mental Health First Aid for Local Public Health Agencies
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) empowers Missouri’s Local Public Health Agencies to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges, strengthening workplace wellbeing and community resilience. Funded by the Missouri Department of Mental Health through the Public Health Infrastructure Grant, this initiative aims to train 500 LPHA staff by October 2027 to build a healthier Missouri.
View our Course Overview to learn more about MHFA
Attend a Scheduled Course
January 22 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | Fredericktown*
January 28 | 8:30 am – 3:30 pm | Virtual*
(for adults assisting youth)
More YMHFA Courses coming soon!
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*Participants must complete 2-hours of self-paced training before the course date.
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Host a Private or Regional Training
Become an Instructor
Empower your organization and community by attending our train-the-trainer course. Scholarship funding is available for LPHAs.
Who should become an instructor?
Becoming an instructor is a meaningful way to share your knowledge, support others, and grow professionally. You might be a great fit if:
- You have a foundation in mental health and adult facilitation.
- You’re committed to teaching at least 3 courses per year.
- You have the time, interest, and organization support.
What do we provide to selected LPHA recipients?
- Full Tuition scholarship valued at $1,850.
- 30+ manuals to be used at trainings you teach by October 2027.
- Support and technical assistance.
Ready to apply for a scholarship?
After attending a MHFA Course like the ones listed above,
click “Apply Now” and complete a scholarship application.
Questions or need support? Click here to schedule a meeting with Candace.
Questions?
Contact us at info@mhfamissouri.org or 314-516-8431