Psychological First Aid for Schools

Offered from:
June 2020 to March 2021

Delivery and Learning Method:

Self-Paced Online Learning

Course Preview:

Course Description:

This six-hour online course is an advanced module on Psychological First Aid for Schools (PFA-S). PFA-S is a specialized modality of conducting psychosocial support in the school setting. The aim of the on-line course is to equip mental health professionals (psychologists, psychometricians, guidance counselors), teachers, and allied professionals in dealing with emergencies that can happen in school or in the community. This course will provide skills specific to administrators, faculty members, school mental health professionals, and support staff when dealing with the crisis in schools.

Course Objectives:

At the end of the course, the learners will have the knowledge and skills to deal with students, faculty, or staff affected by the crisis that occurs in the school, or when providing psychological first aid in the school setting. Specifically, the learners will be able to conduct PFA-S when necessary. The learners will also acquire skills in referral for individuals who have specialized needs for further intervention.