M Health Fairview is hosting free virtual Psychological First Aid (PFA) training sessions! PFA is an evidence-informed community model. Trainees will learn how to support healthy recovery in individuals following a traumatic event, public health emergency, natural disaster or personal crisis. The curriculum integrates public and community health, and individual psychology.

• The impact traumatic experiences can have on individuals
• The five elements of the PFA framework and how to apply them
• How to recognize when an individual should be referred to a mental health professional

The goal of PFA is to teach trainees how to reduce distress and negative health behaviors by providing practical help and promoting resilience.

Upcoming Session Dates:

• Thursday, March 27, 9:00 - 11:00am
• Wednesday, April 9, 9:00 - 11:00am
• Thursday, April 24, 12:00 - 2:00pm
• Wednesday, June 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
• Thursday, June 26, 1:00 - 3:00pm

Training sessions are free and open to any members of the community. Register for a training session online, or contact Kathryn.taylor@fairview.org.