LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield (ABCBS) has announced the 2024 dates for their free mental health first aid (MHFA) certification courses, including dates in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Pine Bluff, and Rogers.
ABCBS states over 1,000 residents have received their MHFA certifications since the program launched in 2023. One in five Americans reportedly live with mental illness, and nearly half of all Americans will struggle with it at some point in their lives.
“These Mental Health First Aid classes help bridge a vital gap between Arkansans who are experiencing a mental health challenge and connecting them with behavioral health services,” said Arkansas Blue Cross President and CEO Curtis Barnett. “Nearly all of us know someone personally who has been affected, and observance skills learned in this training could literally help change and save lives.”
Here are the dates and times:
- July 13 – Little Rock, 416 S. University Ave., Ste. 110
- July 27 – Fayetteville, 3013 N. College Ave.
- August 9 – Pine Bluff, 509 Mallard Loop
- August 24 – Rogers, 4602 W. Walnut St.
Residents interested in the certification are asked to reserve their spot at arkansasbluecross.com/firstaid. As part of the class, participants will complete two hours of online pre-work, followed by the six-hour in-person class.
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