Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety
Presented by Sara Brady of Thin Line Consulting
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for Public Safety teaches the skills needed to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem, and help connect them to appropriate care.
This evidence‑based training promotes open dialogue, reduces stigma, and encourages officers to seek support when needed. Offering MHFA for Public Safety can help create a healthier, more resilient, and productive department.
What MHFA Provides Your Agency
- Confidence in mental-health response comparable to CPR for physical emergencies
- Stronger leadership through empathy-driven communication
- A bridge between CIT, EAP, and clinical services for earlier intervention
- Tangible culture change and measurable wellness outcomes
Program Logistics
Length: 8-hour certification course (one or two sessions)
Format: In-person or blended (2-hour online + 6-hour instructor-led)
Certification: Nationally recognized 3-year certification
Instructor: Sara Brady, Certified through the National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Materials: Participant manual, digital access, and certificate
