Early Identification
Recognize signs of common mental health issues including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders.
Effective Referrals
Learn exactly when and how to refer individuals to specialized professional help or community resources.
This interactive course provides practical skills to recognize the signs of mental health challenges and the confidence to offer effective support.
What You'll Learn
Supportive Dialogue
Learn how to have safe, non-judgmental interactions and offer meaningful support during difficult times.
Crisis Intervention
Develop techniques to stabilize a situation during a crisis before professional assistance arrives.
Reducing Stigma
Understand the impact of stigma and explore ways to build a culture of wellness in your workplace.
Complex Challenges
Address specific challenges such as substance use and psychological distress with high empathy and practical skills.
The Benefits of PFA Certification
Build confidence to recognize and respond to psychological first aid challenges in others.
Support workplace wellness by fostering an empathetic and safe environment for everyone.
Enhance your professional development with a certificate recognized across industries.
Learn to have supportive, non-judgmental conversations until professional help is available.
Actively reduce stigma and build a more compassionate community for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a counselling or therapy course?
Psychological First Aid is not counselling. It is a training program that teaches you how to recognize signs that a person may be developing a psychological health problem or experiencing a psychological health crisis, and how to provide initial support until professional help is available.
Do I need a prior psychological health background to attend?
Not at all. The course is designed for the general public and requires no specialized knowledge. It is perfect for managers, healthcare workers, or anyone interested in supporting their community or workplace wellness.
Is there homework or outside assignments?
Most courses are fully interactive and completed during the scheduled sessions. Depending on the version, there may be a simple pre-session online module, but there is no extensive homework required outside of the training hours.
Will we be asked to discuss real-life personal experiences?
We focus on realistic scenarios to build intervention skills. While we maintain a safe and supportive learning environment, participants are never required to share personal psychological health experiences during the course.
How long is the certification valid for?
Psychological First Aid certification typically remains valid for three years. We recommend taking a refresher course or re-certifying every three years to stay current with the latest techniques and support strategies.
Group Training for Your Team
Psychological First Aid can be delivered as a private course for workplaces and community groups throughout the Fraser Valley. Empower your team with the skills to support mental health effectively.
Flexible scheduling to fit your team's busy calendar
On-site delivery at your location or in our Langley classroom
Training tailored to the specific needs of your organization
Recognized Canadian Red Cross certification for all participants
Cancellation Policy
Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to fill out the required paperwork. Students arriving more than 10 minutes late for the course will not be able to join the class. A minimum of 1 week advance notice is required for change or cancellation. No-shows will not be eligible for refund.