Retail
Front-line teams and store managers who work directly with the public.
Bridge the Gap with Mental Health First Aid at Work
Build a more mental health-ready workplace.
Equip your employees, managers and leaders to recognize when a coworker may be struggling, respond with confidence and connect them to the support your organization already offers.
- ForEmployees, managers & leaders
- FormatVirtual or in-person
- DeliveryAt your workplace
- OutcomeMHFA certification
Mental Health Shows Up at Work. Is Your Team Prepared to Respond?
Stress, burnout, anxiety and substance use affect productivity, safety and retention. Most employees want to help a coworker, but few have been shown how.
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40%
of employees say their job has negatively affected their mental health.
Source: Gallup, cited by Mental Health First Aid USA
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75%
of employees perceive stigma around mental health in their workplace.
Source: McKinsey, cited by Mental Health First Aid USA
What MHFA at Work Helps Your Team Do
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Catch Concerns Early
Notice the early signs that a coworker may be struggling, before it becomes a crisis.
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Know How to Respond
Use a clear action plan to start a supportive, respectful conversation.
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Connect Employees to Support
Point coworkers to the EAP, benefits and community resources you already offer.
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Make It Easier to Ask for Help
Reduce stigma so people feel safe speaking up and reaching out.
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Build Mental Health Knowledge
Give your whole team a shared language for talking about mental health.
Who We Serve
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Manufacturing
Plant, production and safety teams where well-being and safety go hand in hand.
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Restaurants & Hospitality
Fast-paced crews and shift leaders in high-pressure environments.
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Healthcare
Clinical and non-clinical staff who care for others and need support too.
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Corporate & Professional
Office, hybrid and remote teams, from new hires to executives.
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Nonprofits & Community
Mission-driven staff and volunteers serving their communities.
Designed for employees, managers, supervisors, HR teams and organizational leaders.
Bring MHFA at Work to Your Organization
We'll work with your HR or leadership team to plan a training that fits your people, your schedule and your goals.
Request Workplace Training- Private training for your employees, managers and leaders
- Virtual or on-site delivery
- Scheduled around your shifts and operations
- Options tailored to your industry
- Guidance to plan your rollout across teams
Why Train with A&V?
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Founded by two registered nurses
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Certified Mental Health First Aid instructors
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Practical, engaging instruction
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Organizational training options
FAQ for Employers
Who should take MHFA at Work?
Anyone in your organization: front-line employees, supervisors, managers, HR teams and leaders. No clinical background is needed.
How long is the training?
The MHFA at Work certification course is about 4 hours with a live instructor.
Does MHFA replace our EAP?
No. MHFA at Work complements your existing benefits. It teaches employees to recognize the signs and connect coworkers with resources like your EAP.
Is this clinical training?
No. Participants learn to offer initial support and connect someone to help. They are not trained to diagnose or treat mental health conditions.
Can the training be delivered on-site?
Yes. Trainings can be delivered at your workplace or virtually, and scheduled around your shifts.
How many people can we train at once?
Private trainings are typically for groups of six or more. We'll recommend the right class size and number of sessions for your team.
Are there versions for our industry?
MHFA at Work includes versions for retail, manufacturing and restaurants. Tell us about your workplace and we'll recommend the best fit.
How do we get started?
Request workplace training and we’ll follow up with options, scheduling and pricing.
Build a More Mental Health-Ready Workplace.
Give your team the skills to notice, respond and connect coworkers to support.