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A.I.D. Train the Trainer

Are you interested in becoming an A.I.D. instructor? Our Train the Trainer program is free, and allows organizations to utilize A.I.D. within your own training groups.

 

As a mental health awareness training, A.I.D.:

  • Is effective in increasing knowledge about mental health, increasing confidence in interacting with someone experiencing mental distress, and decreasing stigma

  • Can be delivered in virtual or in-person settings to diverse training audiences

  • Is modifiable to your training population, including scenarios to practice the A.I.D. action plan

  • Has been approved for use in 5 SAMHSA funded grants (two MHAT, two Garrett Lee Smith Campus Suicide Prevention Grants, and a More Aware Project)

  • Can be implemented at little to no cost

  • Brings the opportunity to train gatekeepers in settings that may not be reached through other mental health trainings due to time and resource constraints

  • Background information and research to support its effectiveness can be found here:

To date, we have held A.I.D. Train the Trainer sessions in 21 states!

 

If you are interested in scheduling or attending a Train the Trainer session, please attend one of our Information Sessions below by registering .

  • Wednesday, February 11th at 12pm-12:30pm EST
  • Check back regularly for upcoming dates!

If you are not available to attend an Information Session, to send us your availability. 

 

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Please view some Frequently Asked Questions below. 

Is there a fee associated with an A.I.D. Train the Trainer session?

There are no fees associated with our Train the Trainer session. 

How long is the A.I.D. Train the Trainer session?

Sessions are between one hour, to one and a half hours. 

Is the A.I.D. Training effective?

Yes! to view our most recently published manuscript demonstrating A.I.D.'s effectiveness. 

Can the A.I.D. Training be modified to fit my training population?

Yes! After you attend an A.I.D. Train the Trainer session, you will have access to a shared drive where there is a scenario library. Here, you can choose a scenario that best fits your training population. If you do not see a scenario for your group, we will create one for you!

Do you offer Continuing Education Units?

Currently, no we do not offer Continuing Education Units. However, we are happy to work with you and your organization to receive credits if necessary. 

Is the A.I.D. Training available in Spanish?

We are currently working on translating our A.I.D. Training to Spanish! Stay tuned. 

Do I have to approve your A.I.D. Training with my GPO before I use it through my grant?

Yes. Our A.I.D. training has been approved by more than five different SAMHSA GPO's to date. We recommend speaking to your GPO prior to administering your first A.I.D. Training through your grant. We are happy to provide any supplemental material you may need for approval. 

I'm ready to attend an A.I.D. Train the Trainer Session! How do I do that?

You can register for an Information Session , or reach out to Kayla Marker (kmarker@kent.edu). 

What if I have a question that isn't answered here?

Please reach out to Dr. Diana Patel at dkingsb2@kent.edu. 

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