Educational Programs
MHALC believes in educating individuals to make informed decisions about their mental health and helping to eliminate the widespread stigma associated with mental illness and health.
Our Mental Health Academy was developed in response to the need for ongoing education in our schools, businesses, prisons, community groups and churches.
Ask about developing a customized presentation, training, panel discussion, speaker or workshop to accomplish your long-term educational goals.
MHA has a free lending library of videos, books and pamphlets. You may request a non-contact pick up customized materials, information on MHA services, gun lock kits, suicide prevention wallet cards and crisis sign on weekdays between 9 am and 4 pm. View our library collection here.
If you’re interested in taking courses to expand your own knowledge about mental health, responding to a crisis or building coping skills, check out our Educational Trainings below.
Educational Trainings
We can help your school classroom, work place, event group, place of worship or organization take the necessary steps to provide education on difficult subjects. Request a presentation, panelist, resources, speaker or training for your student body, staff, volunteers or community group.
Contact MHA at 717-397-7461 or our Education Coordinator, Megan Beyerle, at mbeyerle@mhalancaster.org to start a conversation based on your educational goals. Our office is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.
Check out all of our training options to see which one would be right for you. We are also able and willing to customize our trainings to your group’s needs.
Learn more about QPR below:
For Schools
The mental health challenges for our students are greater than ever.
Did you know that suicide is the second leading cause of death in teens? Do you feel prepared with how to support a student with mental health needs?
Whether you need training for school staff, students, or parents— MHA offers simple, easy-to-follow trainings that increase mental health awareness, reduce faulty stigma, and provide supportive resources to potentially save lives.
Training Topics Available
1. Trauma-informed education awareness
2. Behavioral health awareness
3. Suicide and bullying awareness
4. QPR Training (Suicide Prevention Training)
5. Self-care and wellness strategies
6. Have an idea or need something individualized? Email Dave Krahling at dkrahling@mhalancaster.org
SPECIAL THANKS to the ARCONIC Foundation for supporting mental health in schools. Through a generous grant, we are able to provide free mental health training to students, educators, and parents.
