Train in Mental Health First Aid with The AFC

Mental health first aid is practical training that helps you recognize when someone may be struggling, respond with confidence and empathy, and connect them with appropriate support.

For people working in the performing arts, where uncertainty, pressure and demanding working conditions can take a toll, these skills can make a meaningful difference.

The Mental Health First Aid Essentials course with The AFC is an immersive, one-day training developed by Opening Minds/Mental Health Commission of Canada. Through interactive discussions and real-world scenarios, you’ll learn how to recognize signs of mental health distress, reduce stigma, communicate effectively, and use the ALGES framework to support someone experiencing a mental health crisis or decline.

The AFC are also committed to making training accessible. A limited number of subsidized spots are available for people facing financial barriers.

Whether you’re a performer, technician, administrator, teacher, designer, or arts worker, MHFA training gives you skills you can carry into every workplace and community you’re part of.