If you’re an MHFA Instructor interested in teaching Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) courses in languages other than English, MHFA Connect provides a streamlined process for accessing community-specific course materials. Here’s how you can access these resources:
1. Visit the Catalog Page of Connect:
- Log in to your MHFA Connect account.
- Navigate to the Catalog page
2. Locate Translations Course Trainings:
- In the Catalog, search for the specific MHFA course related to the community you’re interested in (e.g., “Adult MHFA for Korean-speaking Communities 2.0 (In-person Curriculum Only)”).
- These courses are tailored to address the unique needs of Spanish, Khmer, Korean, and Chinese-speaking communities.
3. Enroll in Translations Course:
- Once you’ve found the relevant course, select Enroll.
- Remember, you must be certified in the English version of the curricula to access the analogous translated course in the Course Catalog.
4. Complete the Translations Course:
- Once you have enrolled in the course, you'll find it on your course dashboard in Connect.
- The translated course training includes the following components that you'll need to complete:
- One-Question Exam: Complete a brief assessment of the course content.
- Next Steps Module: This module provides detailed instructions for teaching the course effectively.
- Optional Video (for Adult MHFA in Spanish): Explore additional resources to enhance your teaching experience.
- The translated course training includes the following components that you'll need to complete:
- Upon completing the course requirements, you’ll receive access to the appropriate translated materials and resources needed to deliver MHFA training in your chosen language and support the mental health needs of diverse communities.
- Please allow up to 10 minutes after completing the course for these changes to be reflected on your account.
MHFA Instructors are crucial in promoting mental health awareness and providing essential skills to individuals across various linguistic backgrounds. Thank you for your commitment to making a positive impact!