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Get Mental Health First Aid Certified In Malvern

The police department is hosting a free mental health first aid class in mid June at Malvern Borough Hall. See details of the class here.

MALVERN, PA — First aid and CPR are great skills to know and can help save lives i medical emergencies. But Malvern officials are offering training to help the public handle mental health emergencies.

From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, Malvern Borough Police will host an Adult Mental Health First Aid training at the Malvern Borough Hall.

The free course will teach attendees to identify risk factors and warning signs of mental health distress.

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They will also practice a Mental Health First Aid action plan and learn about local mental health and substance abuse resources during the course.

Attendees will earn a three-year Mental Health First Aid certification and get a manual on Mental Health First Aid.

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To register for the free course, send your name, phone number, and session date to ChescoMHFATrainings@gmail.com by June 12.

Participants are encouraged to bring a snack and beverage.

Malvern Borough Hall is located at 1 E. First Ave.

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