"It is only when we help each other that we can fly." - Luciano Crescenzo
PSYCHOLOGICAL
FIRST AID
Register for Psychological First Aid training today
Psychological First Aid (PFA) is about taking care of yourself – your thoughts, feelings and emotions when you have experienced stress, crisis or trauma – and then being there for family, friends and community when they are having difficulty coping.
Learn how to anticipate stress and crisis whenever possible and equip yourself with the skillset to practice self-care and to provide care for others during particularly challenging times. Unlike mental health first aid, which trains people to help someone during a mental health emergency, Red Cross Psychological First Aid teaches you how to build up resiliency to stress and establish coping strategies for stress and trauma.
The Canadian Red Cross is a national expert in Prevention and Safety education, training more than 1.8-million Canadians each year.
Learn Psychological First Aid Online - Independent Learning
Two Psychological First Aid courses are available online to learn at your own pace: Self-Care and Caring for Others. In both these courses, learn the impact of stress, trauma, and grief while developing useful tools for handling difficult situations. These online courses are quick, accessible and practical, equipping you with skills you can use in daily life.
Complete both the Self-Care and Caring for Others courses for a well-rounded approach to psychological first aid and wellness. At the end of these courses, you will complete a knowledge evaluation and receive an electronic certificate of completion.
Online learning format
A note to participants: Learn at your own pace by working through the course materials independently online. You may leave the course at any time and resume where you left off. The duration will vary depending on the individual learner and their prior knowledge of the subject matter.
What is PSYCHOLOGICAL FIRST AID?
pSYCHOLOGICAL FIRST AID
Psychological First Aid This course is designed for anyone seeking a certification in Psychological First Aid. This more substantive and flexible curriculum helps you gain a deeper understanding of the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model – this means having awareness that there is a problem, listening to yourself or others, and linking to resources in your community so you can live fully. You’ll also learn Psychological First Aid using the principle of Do No Harm, which refers to the unintentional harm that may be caused to those who are meant to benefit from your intervention. This course is provided as an in-person classroom format (12 hours) or as a blended online and in-person classroom format (90 minutes online and seven hours in class). The time spent in class gives you and your fellow learners the opportunity to connect with the instructor, who will help you adapt the course to your needs and local context. The instructor guides all learners safely through the course material. This also gives you the opportunity to learn Psychological First Aid as a group, alongside peers and classmates, building upon one another’s ideas, questions, and examples. The course uses case-based learning and includes the latest evidence from the international community.
SELF CARE
Welcome to our Psychological First Aid – Self-Care course, where you will embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. You will explore the depths of your own resilience and learn how to harness it to overcome life's challenges. Throughout the course, we will not only delve into the complexity of stress and its impact on your life but also equip you with practical tools to manage and conquer it proactively. You will build a personalized self-care plan that will serve as your compass in navigating the often-tumultuous experiences that life brings. Join us on this empowering quest to unlock your inner strength, support your mental well-being, and emerge as a more resilient, confident, and self-assured version of yourself. Your journey to prioritize self-care begins here.
CARING FOR OTHERS
Recognize Stress in others and Offer Non-Judgmental Help Offering a helping hand with understanding and sensitivity is invaluable in managing everyday stress. The Psychological First Aid – Caring for Others course equips you with the skills to recognize when someone is struggling and to extend assistance with compassion and respect. With the Psychological First Aid – Caring for Others course, you develop skills to support and care for others and help them to strengthen their resilience. By starting with self-care, you develop your ability to be there for family and friends during tough times. EnroLl now to become the trusted ally everyone hopes for and make a difference that counts!
Please see our event calendar for information on upcoming Psychological First Aid Training dates. All online courses will be released directly for use, at your own pace, within 48 hours of payment. If you have any questions, or concerns, please be sure to reach out: admin@mikeskrypnek.com
Pay-it-forward to others who cannot afford Psychological First Aid training, Peer Supporter Training, mentorship or other mental health and wellness support. All courses have a small optional pay-it-forward amount that course participants may choose to add, to support the registered non-profit, UNLimited WORTH Wellness Society