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SUMMARY:Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid: Blended Version
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. Gain skills to support youth! \nYouth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) teaches adults how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth (ages 12-18). \nThis 6-hour training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 6-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. \nAdults who need to know YMHFA: \n\nTeachers\nSchool Staff\nCoaches\nCamp Counselors\nYouth Group Leaders\nParents\nAdults who work with Youth\n\nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nCommon signs and symptoms of mental illness in this age group\, including: Anxiety\, Depression\, Eating disorders\, Attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD)\,\nCommon signs and symptoms of substance use\nHow to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis\nHow to connect the person with help\nNew\, expanded content on trauma\, addiction and self-care and the impact of social media and bullying\n\nBLENDED VIRTUAL: WHAT TO EXPECT \n\nPrior to this virtual live instructor led session\, attendees will receive information to access the Mental Health Connect Learning Platform where they will complete 2-hours of self paced learning materials which must be completed prior to participation in the live\, instructor-led video workshop.\nPlease Note: to ensure all participants have time to complete self-paced learning **TICKET SALES END Wednesday 5/6/26* If you are interested in joining after that time please email merakiinstitute@tanagerplace.org\n\nREMEMBER: To participate in the live session\, you must have all pre-work (modules 1-9) completed by 4PM CST the day prior of the live session. \nLive Session Requirements: To participate fully in the live session\, you must have a web cam and microphone and be in a space that allows you to have your camera on. You must be present for the entirety of the live session and complete the post session assignments. \nVirtual Training IT Requirements: \n\nConnect using Desktop\, Laptop\, or Tablet.\nChromebooks are NOT recommended due to zoom compatibility.\nSmartphones with Zoom mobile app is NOT allowed due to limited functionality.\nOperating systems Windows\, Apple/iOS\, Android.\nInternal or external HD webcam\nMicrophone and speaker’s access: 1) connected to and working on desktop\, laptop or tablet. 2) use the dial-in option from your phone for audio.\nInternet connection: recommended speed of at least 5 mbps (upload and download). You can test your internet speed at https://www.speedtest.net/\n\nYour Presenters:\nRobin Murphy: Robin earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in Human Relations from The University of Iowa in 2010 and her Master’s degree in Social Work from St. Ambrose University in 2018. Robin is fully certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training. Robin has experience in helping children grow\, heal and communicate through play along with helping caregivers connect with their child through family play therapy. Robin is passionate about providing support and resources to children and families in need. Robin currently holds the position as Clinical Supervisor/Therapist within the outpatient clinic. \nEmma Harding: \nEmma Harding\, LMFT\, is the Director of Learning at the Meraki Institute of Learning by Tanager. With over 15 years of experience working with children and families\, Emma specializes in trauma-informed care\, child development\, and play-based approaches to mental health. She designs and facilitates trainings\, webinars\, and community learning experiences that help professionals better understand behavior\, brain development\, and practical strategies to support well-being. Emma is passionate about making mental health knowledge accessible and equipping educators\, caregivers\, and professionals with tools that foster resilience and connection. \nCancellation/Refund Policy:\nParticipant’s Request for Cancellation/Refund \nAll attendee cancellation/refund requests should be submitted by email to merakiinstitute@tanagerplace.org. \nFor a full refund\, request must be received no later than 7 calendar days prior to workshop/event date. \nPartial Refunds will be issued for requests sent less than 7 calendar days prior to workshop/event date. Partial refund is considered a refund of the registration fee minus a $5 administrative fee. \nNo refund will be issued for any requests not received at least 24 hours before the event start time \nOrganizer’s Right to Cancel/Reschedule:\nInsufficient Enrollment \nMeraki Institute of Learning at Tanager Place reserves the right to cancel/postpone an event due to insufficient enrollment. Meraki Institute of Learning will make all attempts to email registered attendees 5 calendar days before event date to notify of the cancellation/postponement. Registered attendees will be provided the option to transfer enrollment to future event date or receive a full refund. \nWeather\, Illness\, or Emergency \nMeraki Institute of Learning at Tanager Place reserves the right to cancel/postpone an event due to inclement weather\, instructor illness or instructor family emergency. In the event this occurs\, registered attendees will receive e-mail notification before event start time. Meraki Institute of Learning at Tanager Place will send email notification to registered attendees within 10days of cancelled event to announce rescheduled event date. Attendees will be provided the option to transfer enrollment to future event or receive a full refund.
URL:https://www.tanagerplace.org/event/virtual-youth-mental-health-first-aid-blended-version/
CATEGORIES:Mental Health Month 2026
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