
Get certified in Mental Health First Aid!
teen Mental Health First Aid
Join Sherith Israel in taking the lead in promoting teen mental wellness with our innovative teen Mental Health First Aid program. Launching this spring, we are the first synagogue to offer tMHFA certifications through the National Council of Mental Wellbeing.
By participating in this program, teens will not only gain invaluable tMHFA skills, but also engage in the Challenges and Choices curriculum from The Mussar Institute to build resilience and self-care skills rooted in Jewish values.
Invest in the mental well-being of our youth and support them as they navigate the challenges of life. Sign up your teen to join our March and May courses or request to bring tMHFA to your site!
Sign up for Mental Health First Aid
Sherith Israel teen Mental Health First Aid Trainings:
For Sherith Israel 10-12th graders. teen Mental Health First Aid teaches teens the skills to help their peers who are struggling with a mental challenge.
Upcoming Training sessions:
Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainings
For adults (18+). Sign up for Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings! Learn the skills to be a trusted adult in your teen's life!
Upcoming Training Sessions:
tMHFA at your site:
Bring tMHFA to your teen serving organization! Learn more about the training requirements and schedule your 3 or 6 session training!
Sign up to start planning for a tMHFA training for your teens!
Sat, March 25 2023
3 Nisan 5783
tMHFA FAQ
WHY teen MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?
teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) is a training program for teens brought to the United States by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing in partnership with Born This Way Foundation. It teaches teens in grades 10-12, or ages 15-18, how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in their friends and peers.
WHAT IT COVERS
• Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges.
• Common signs and symptoms of a mental health crisis, particularly suicide.
• The impact of school violence and bullying on mental health.
• How to open the conversation about mental illnesses and substance use with friends.
• How to seek the help of a responsible and trusted adult.
WHO TAKES OR TEACHES tMHFA?
• Teens in grades 10-12 or ages 15-18.
• High schools, organizations partnering with a high school and youth-serving organizations are eligible to teach tMHFA.
Upcoming Trainings:
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MayMay 24 , 2023
Wednesday, May 24th 6:00p to 8:00p
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MayMay 31 , 2023
Wednesday, May 31st 6:00p to 8:00p
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JunJune 7 , 2023
Wednesday, Jun 7th 6:00p to 8:00p