The Cottonwood County Historical Society in Windom will be hosting a training on Youth Mental Health First Aid on April 20. The training, which runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., is designed for individuals who work with young people and will be offered in Spanish to reach a broader audience.
The goal of the training is to equip attendees with the skills to recognize signs of mental illness, identify signs of substance use disorder, offer support during a mental health crisis, and engage in conversations with family and friends about mental health. This training is intended for adults only and will include a light breakfast served at 7:30 a.m. as well as lunch provided for all participants.
In addition to the valuable skills gained from the training, participants will also receive a $25 gift card and a certificate of participation upon completion. The facilitators leading the training include an outreach project specialist and a Ph.D. student. To register for the training, individuals can visit the link provided: https://z.umn.edu/pasmsp2024.
This training offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to enhance their knowledge and skills in Youth Mental Health First Aid and make a positive impact on the mental well-being of young people in their community by providing them with the tools they need to recognize and address potential mental health issues before they become more serious problems that could affect their lives forever.
