Mental Health First Aid USA, February 26, 2024
Finding inspiration within the online Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) community is invaluable, but the real magic happens when you step into the heart of our annual conference. At his 2024 MHFA Summit and his NatCon24, you'll connect with countless people from across the country, including experts in the field and sought-after speakers, to leave you rejuvenated and truly inspired.
The National Council on Mental Welfare welcomes you to learn with more than 5,000 healthcare professionals at NatCon24 in St. Louis. It begins with the MHFA Summit for MHFA Instructors and Coordinators on April 14th, followed by NatCon24 from April 15th to 17th. NatCon24 is open to anyone who is committed to transforming communities and saving lives through mental health and substance use care. This includes mental health care providers, treatment agencies, mental health first aiders, MHFA instructors, national trainers and coordinators.
NatCon brings powerful voices to the forefront to educate, inspire and offer new perspectives. Want to know more? Here's what to expect at each event and why you shouldn't miss it this year.
3 Reasons to Attend NatCon24
NatCon24 is the largest conference on mental health and substance use treatment and the destination for next-level learning, connection, and insight. Here you can enhance your operations, maximize your effectiveness, and grow your knowledge base. From expert-led presentations and entertainment to special events and technology exhibits, NatCon24 is a melting pot of ideas, strategies and solutions, with something for everyone. Register here!
1. Get inspired and learn from the best.
Immerse yourself in next-level learning. NatCon features presentations from renowned speakers and discussions on hot topics, social issues, and policy opportunities. Hear from more than 400 presenters to clarify current issues and develop solutions to today's challenges. Check out our featured speakers.
2. Customize your conference with diverse learning tracks
NatCon24 has something for everyone. Choose from unique sessions on topics like crisis response, rural health care, suicide prevention, diversity, equity, and inclusion, while accessing hundreds of hours of world-class content.
3. Connect with the mental health community and meet industry leaders
Join our exhibit hall and connect with industry-leading organizations and healthcare professionals. Network with colleagues and peers to share best practices and insights. More than 200 exhibitors and sponsors will be in attendance, offering tools, services and technology to help you get more from your mental health and substance use treatment.
3 Reasons to Attend the 2024 MHFA Summit
MHFA Summit is the perfect place to build your skills as an MHFA Instructor, Coordinator, or National Trainer, whether you're teaching Adult MHFA, Youth MHFA, Teen MHFA, or a community-specific course. You will have the opportunity to hear from informative panels, experienced professionals, and industry experts to enhance your teaching skills. Register here.
1. Earn continuing education credits.
You will have the opportunity to hear from a panel of experts on a wide range of topics related to mental health first aid. From funding MHFA initiatives to cultural awareness, there is much to learn at this special event. Additionally, you may be able to earn continuing education units (CEUs) to expand your professional development.
2. Gain insight into creating your own sustainable MHFA program.
At this summit, you'll learn how to expand MHFA into your community, increase awareness, and reach new audiences. These efforts are more important than ever as the need for mental health care continues to rise, especially among young people.
3. Network!
The MHFA Summit attracts instructors, coordinators, and national trainers from all over the country, so it's a great place to network. Chat with other new and experienced coordinators and instructors about their best practices and advice. You'll develop lifelong connections and even have the opportunity to co-teach. It will help contribute to his MHFA goal of training one in 15 people across the country to recognize and respond to people facing mental health and substance use issues. .
NatCon24 and the MHFA Summit are more than just events; they are opportunities to invest in yourself, your organization, and your community. Whether you attend the MHFA Summit, NatCon24, or both, hear inspiring stories from speakers who remind you why we do what we do to #BeTheDifference and inspire your passion to be part of the MHFA community. will increase. Don't miss out on this much-awaited learning opportunity! Register today.
