Become Equipped to Support Mental Health Challenges in Your Community

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification

Dr. Randrick Chance, Ph.D. shared about his experience taking the Mental Health First Aid course with Mia Pile

You Need MHFA

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a life-saving certification designed to equip individuals with the skills to identify, understand, and respond to mental health crises. As we face growing challenges in mental health, it’s more important than ever for pastors, church leaders, teachers, school administrators, healthcare professionals, and community members to be trained to intervene when needed.

About Your Trainer: Mia Pile

Mia Pile, founder of Pain Unwasted, is an MHFA-certified trainer with lived experience and a passion for empowering others. She has been certified to train Adult, Youth, and Teen Mental Health First Aid courses, offering unique insight and understanding of the challenges faced by different age groups. Mia’s engaging teaching style, personal testimony, authenticity and professionalism make her a sought-after speaker and educator, capable of transforming individuals into mental health heroes.

What is Mental Health First Aid?

MHFA is a skills-based training course that teaches participants how to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health or substance use challenges, provide initial help, and guide a person toward appropriate care.

Who is Mental Health First Aid Essential for?

  • Pastors and Church Leaders

  • Teachers and School Administrators

  • Healthcare Providers

  • First Responders

  • Employers and HR Managers

  • Community Members

Course Overview

Here’s what you’ll learn in the Adult, Youth, and Teen MHFA Certification Courses:

• Understanding Mental Health: Learn the most common mental health disorders.

• Recognizing Early Signs: Identify the early symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance use, and more.

• Crisis Intervention: How to respond in a mental health or substance use crisis.

• 5-Step Action Plan (ALGEE): A simple and effective strategy to approach and assist someone in need.

• Communication Skills: Learn effective listening and support techniques.

• Self-Care: How to take care of yourself while supporting others.

Certification Length: 8 hours (broken into sessions if needed).

Course Format: Interactive sessions with practical role-playing, group discussions, and Q&A.

Why Choose Mia Pile for Your MHFA Training?

• Lived Experience: Mia shares her personal journey of overcoming mental health challenges.

• Engaging Trainer: Dynamic and compassionate, Mia makes every course interactive and impactful.

• Certified in Adult, Youth, and Teen MHFA: Gain tailored insights that are age-appropriate.

• Proven Results: Hear from a few of the 300+ individuals and organizations who have benefited from Mia’s MHFA certification course.

“I highly recommend anyone in your church, business, or school to take the MHFA course with Mia. It was a game-changer for my perspective on how to support others facing mental health challenges.”

Arlette Thompson-Pile, PTA

“Mia Pile is a dynamic presenter. Her presentations will make a difference in your life! I have a better outlook and personal improvements thanks to her Mental Health First Aid training.”

Randrick Chance, Ph.D.

“Mrs. Pile exceeded our expectations—she sent shockwaves through my church! Whether you desire for Pain Unwasted to lead your volunteers or employees in mental health training courses or to bring awareness and shed light on mental health topics through riveting testimonies and interactive presentations, Pain Unwasted is the way to go! 

Pastor Tyler Buford, South Central Conference

Ready to Empower Your Team?

Take the next step to ensure your community, staff, or congregation is prepared to support individuals facing mental health challenges. Book your spot today or contact us to schedule your team for a Mental Health First Aid training with Mia Pile.

FAQs

  • Our MHFA courses are offered both in-person and virtually. We can arrange training at your church, school, hospital, or community center. Sessions are tailored to fit your schedule.

  • Adult and Youth MHFA courses with Mia costs $150. Discounted rates are available for groups of 10 or more individuals.

  • Certification lasts for 3 years.

  • Yes! Teen MHFA is available for teens to help their peers who may need assistance. Those trainings are provided in middle and high schools, churches, and to other youth organizations.

  • No. Mental Health First Aid was created in Australia and was brought to other countries, including the USA. Mia was became a Mental Health First Aider in 2019, and a few months later became a Certified Adult MHFA Instructor. She later became certified in Youth MHFA and Teen MHFA. She has certified over 300+ Mental Health First Aiders.

  • In the USA, MHFA is backed by the National Council for Mental Well-Being.

  • The Adult and Youth courses can be done in the following ways:

    • In-person: 8-hours

    • Hybrid: 2 hours of online coursework to completed before the 6-hour in-person session

    Teen MHFA must be done in-person.