PSY 239 — Mental Health First Aid
For a number of reasons, individuals experiencing mental illness and substance use disorders more often interact with the criminal justice system than the general population does. Thus, the better prepared officers and staff are to respond effectively and appropriately, the more likely the interaction will be a positive one. The Mental Health First Aid for Law Enforcement, Corrections, and Public Safety course builds upon the effectiveness of the standard Mental Health First Aid curriculum by focusing on the unique experiences and needs of law enforcement, corrections, and public safety audiences.