Psychological First Aid
First aid for the mind is just as important as first aid for the body. Individuals suffering from high stress levels, burnout and suicidal thoughts are at an all-time high in areas such as workplaces, schools, indigenous communities and among professional responders.
We are pleased to offer two Red Cross Psychological First Aid courses. Each course is self-directed, and completely online. Learn at your own pace by working through the training materials independently online.
Psychological First Aid is for everyone. We all have strengths and abilities to cope with life’s ups and downs, however, everyone can be vulnerable under stress or in a crisis situation. Training in Psychological First Aid helps to reduce stigma associated with mental health crises and can reduce negative health outcomes for individuals by promoting positive conversations
about wellness. With emphasis on establishing a connection with people in a compassionate non-judgmental manner, the training also helps to
foster a positive work environment and culture of care in the workplace.
Psychological First Aid – Self-Care
This online course assists learners in developing a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, trauma and grief, with emphasis on self-care and personal protection. Learners will be introduced to the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model and will learn how to cope with the effects of various types of stress. This course can also be taken in combination with the Red Cross Caring for Others online course to supplement and strengthen an overall wellness program.
- Participant Materials
Psychological First Aid: Self-Care online course
Printable certificate issued upon successful completion - Duration
Online: 45 – 90 minutes. This online course is self-paced. Participants may leave the course at any time and can resume where they left
off. - Course Content
Online: Self-Care: Understanding the effects of stress, loss and grief using the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model. - Participant Materials
• Psychological First Aid: Self-Care online course
• Printable certificate issued upon successful completion
This course is for:
- Anyone interested in self-care practices that promote psychological wellbeing. This includes professional responders, people in the workplace, and youth (must be 14 years of age and older, adult support recommended for younger audiences).
Psychological First Aid – Caring for Others
This online course assists learners in developing a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, trauma and grief on others, with emphasis on self-care and personal protection. Learners will be introduced to the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model and will learn how to support others to cope with the effects of various types of stress. This course can also be taken in combination with the Red Cross Self-Care online course to supplement and strengthen an overall wellness program.
- Participant Materials
Psychological First Aid: Caring for Others online course
Printable certificate issued upon successful completion - Duration
Online: 45 – 90 minutes. This online course is self-paced. Participants may leave the course at any time and can resume where they left
off. - Course Content
Caring for Others: Understanding the effects of stress, loss and grief on others using the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model. - Participant Materials
• Psychological First Aid: Caring for Others online course
• Printable certificate issued upon successful completion
This course is for:
- Anyone looking to develop the skills to help others cope with stress while also developing self-care practices to promote their own psychological wellbeing. This may include professional responders, people in the workplace, and youth (must be 14 years of age and older, adult support recommended for younger audiences).
NOTE: Course login information will be provided within 24 hours of registration. Once you have been provided your log in details, this online course is non-refundable.
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