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HCDC 0015 - Mental Health First Aid Training

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Course Description

Become certified in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) with this one-day, online training. 

Mental health literacy (MHL) benefits individuals both professionally and personally, offering tools that apply across disciplines and daily life. This training focuses on MHL in professional and academic settings, providing participants with the skills to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. 

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

  • Identify common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges. 
  • Identify common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges. 
  • Explain how to support someone developing a mental health and/or substance use concern. 
  • Demonstrate effective strategies to support someone experiencing a mental health and/or substance use crisis. 
  • Apply appropriate communication techniques when interacting with a person in crisis. 
  • Connect individuals to appropriate professional, community or peer support resources. 
  • Analyze the impact of trauma and substance use on individuals and communities. 
  • Develop a personalized self-care plan that promotes resilience and well-being. 
  • Recall the steps of the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE). 

Notes

Total training time includes: 

  • Eight hours of live, virtual instruction (one full day) 
  • Two hours of mandatory online independent pre-work
  • Thirty minutes of mandatory post-work (quiz/evaluation) for certification 

Upon completion, this Mental Health First Aid certificate is valid for three years. Renewals are available online, or participants may retake the full class. 

Instructors

  • Courtney Zubow
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HCDC 0015 - 260714

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Jul 14, 2026
Live Online
Available
$139.00
Section Title
Mental Health First Aid Training
Type
Live Online
Days
T
Time
8:30AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jul 14, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
10.5
Location
  • Online (Central Time)
Instruction Method Options
Live Online  
Course Fee(s)
Registration $139.00
CEUs
1 CEUs
Cancel Request Deadline
Jun 30, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 14, 2026
Instructors
  • Courtney Zubow

HCDC 0015 - 260818

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Aug 18, 2026
Live Online
Available
$139.00
Section Title
Mental Health First Aid Training
Type
Live Online
Days
T
Time
8:30AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Aug 18, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
10.5
Location
  • Online (Central Time)
Instruction Method Options
Live Online  
Course Fee(s)
Registration $139.00
CEUs
1 CEUs
Cancel Request Deadline
Aug 04, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 19, 2026
Instructors
  • Courtney Zubow

HCDC 0015 - 260926

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Sep 26, 2026
Live Online
Available
$139.00
Section Title
Mental Health First Aid Training
Type
Live Online
Days
Sa
Time
8:30AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Sep 26, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
10.5
Location
  • Online (Central Time)
Instruction Method Options
Live Online  
Course Fee(s)
Registration $139.00
CEUs
1 CEUs
Cancel Request Deadline
Sep 12, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 27, 2026
Instructors
  • Courtney Zubow
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Courtney Zubow

Courtney is a seasoned trauma-informed trainer and human services professional. She currently serves as director of learning and strategic partnerships for mannah culture, LLC, and training supervisor in EAWS for Dane County Department of Human Services.

Courtney’s extensive background encompasses adult learning, workforce development, mental health and both virtual and in-person training delivery. She brings specialized expertise in public benefits administration and policy, AODA prevention, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care and supporting workplace culture change.

By applying a "whole person" perspective and servant leadership, Courtney ensures that both individuals and systems are supported through creative, intuitive strategy. She currently provides guidance and training support to multiple workplace employee support teams, is a Certified Peer Specialist and is a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor.

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Courtney Zubow

Courtney is a seasoned trauma-informed trainer and human services professional. She currently serves as director of learning and strategic partnerships for mannah culture, LLC, and training supervisor in EAWS for Dane County Department of Human Services.

Courtney’s extensive background encompasses adult learning, workforce development, mental health and both virtual and in-person training delivery. She brings specialized expertise in public benefits administration and policy, AODA prevention, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care and supporting workplace culture change.

By applying a "whole person" perspective and servant leadership, Courtney ensures that both individuals and systems are supported through creative, intuitive strategy. She currently provides guidance and training support to multiple workplace employee support teams, is a Certified Peer Specialist and is a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor.

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Courtney Zubow

Courtney is a seasoned trauma-informed trainer and human services professional. She currently serves as director of learning and strategic partnerships for mannah culture, LLC, and training supervisor in EAWS for Dane County Department of Human Services.

Courtney’s extensive background encompasses adult learning, workforce development, mental health and both virtual and in-person training delivery. She brings specialized expertise in public benefits administration and policy, AODA prevention, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care and supporting workplace culture change.

By applying a "whole person" perspective and servant leadership, Courtney ensures that both individuals and systems are supported through creative, intuitive strategy. She currently provides guidance and training support to multiple workplace employee support teams, is a Certified Peer Specialist and is a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor.

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Courtney Zubow

Courtney is a seasoned trauma-informed trainer and human services professional. She currently serves as director of learning and strategic partnerships for mannah culture, LLC, and training supervisor in EAWS for Dane County Department of Human Services.

Courtney’s extensive background encompasses adult learning, workforce development, mental health and both virtual and in-person training delivery. She brings specialized expertise in public benefits administration and policy, AODA prevention, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care and supporting workplace culture change.

By applying a "whole person" perspective and servant leadership, Courtney ensures that both individuals and systems are supported through creative, intuitive strategy. She currently provides guidance and training support to multiple workplace employee support teams, is a Certified Peer Specialist and is a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor.

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