HUD launches free Mental Health First Aid Training for HUD Multifamily Service Coordinators

Posted on May 2, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry

HUD has launched a free Mental Health First Aid Training (MHFA) opportunity for HUD multifamily service coordinators.

HUD multifamily service coordinators can register to attend one MHFA training. Training sessions will occur throughout 2024 and into 2025 but registration is rolling, with registration available for the next 90 days’ worth of sessions on an ongoing basis. Most trainings are virtual but some are in person; most trainings are in English but some are offered in Spanish.

MHFA training seats are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The training is being offered to HUD offices beyond multifamily service coordinators; it is important for service coordinators to sign up as soon as possible to secure their spot in a training session.

After the service coordinator fills out the first registration screen requiring name, property, HUD contract # or FHA #, address, etc., they will be able to select the date of their training (additional days will be added on a rolling basis). The registration sheet includes tips on how to find the property’s HUD contract # or FHA # (if the property has both, only one of is needed).

Register for MHFA training here.

Course Format:

• Virtual (2 hour pre-work, 6-hour virtual Instructor-led session, 30 learners)
• In-person (2 hour pre-work, 5.5-hour Instructor-led session, 30 learners)

What it covers:

• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.
• Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
• How to interact with a person in crisis.
• How to connect a person with help.
• Expanded content on trauma, substance use and self-care

Additional background about the MHFA training is here.