Health + Community Care Workforce Sector Council

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Essentials – February 19th
2026-02-19 09:30 - 16:00 (America/Halifax)
IMPORTANT: You will receive reminder emails prior to your training date, containing useful information and any necessary course materials. The Council recommends that you add the event to your calendar upon signing up.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to support a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being, a mental health or substance use crisis until professional help is available. The practical skills of MHFA help you develop the confidence and peace of mind knowing you can support those around you, and your ability to self-care and prioritize your well-being while supporting others.
MHFA Essentials is a suite of courses focused on core knowledge and practical skills, offering a streamlined one-day course and adaptations for unique populations and specific roles. It provides a strong foundation in MHFA principles without formal assessment or certification, making it an ideal option for individuals, teams, or communities seeking meaningful, time-efficient training.
Important Notice: To support meaningful engagement and an effective learning experience, participants are required to join the course using a device with functioning audio and a camera. Being on camera throughout the session supports full participation and interactive learning. If a participant does not have access to a camera-enabled device or a suitable space, their employer will need to provide a device that has a camera and audio to support their staff’s professional growth. Thank you for helping us create a positive and fully engaged training environment.
* Please note that each organization may sign-up a maximum of 4 employees per program
** If you are registering yourself for the program, please ensure that you have your managers permission to attend prior to registering

The Working Mind (TWM) – Manager Program
2026-02-24 09:00 - 16:00
Important: Before completing your registration for this course, please ensure you have obtained approval from your immediate supervisor. By proceeding with the registration, you confirm that you have secured the necessary authorization.
The Working Mind (TWM) training is an evidence-based mental health program administered by Opening Minds, a subsidiary of the Mental Health Commission of Canada. You can view the Opening Minds website here.
The overall goal of the training is to help decrease stigma, build resiliency and encourage healthy conversations about mental well-being in Canadian workplaces. We offer both the Employee and the Manager/People Leader versions of the program. Manager– one, 7 hour session; Employees – 5.5 hour program, both delivered in one day. This instructor-led virtual learning is currently available at no charge to employees of the NS Continuing Care Sector (long-term care, residential care facilities and home supports).
For general inquiries please contact the Council at admin@hcsc.ca
Want to access this training without qualifying for free admission? Contact the Council at the email above and ask about availability for paid admission.

* Please note that each organization may sign-up a maximum of 4 employees per program (e.g., per TWM event)

Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB) – February 25th
2026-02-25 09:00 - 16:30
Important: Before completing your registration for this course, please ensure you have obtained approval from your immediate supervisor. By proceeding with the registration, you confirm that you have secured the necessary authorization.
Hy ‘N’ Hancement Consulting Inc. is the company that provides Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB Canada). UMAB was created to meet the safety needs of both service providers and the individuals they support. You can view the Hy ‘N’ Hancement Consulting Inc. website here.
This instructor-led virtual learning is currently available at no charge to employees of the NS Continuing Care Sector (long-term care, residential care facilities and home supports).
For general inquiries, please contact the Council at admin@hcsc.ca
Important Notice: To support meaningful engagement and an effective learning experience, participants are required to join the course using a device with functioning audio and a camera.
Being on camera throughout the session supports full participation and interactive learning. If a participant does not have access to a camera-enabled device or a suitable space, their employer will need to provide a device that has a camera and audio to support their staff’s professional growth. Thank you for helping us create a positive and fully engaged training environment.

Want to access this training without qualifying for free admission? Contact the Council at the email above and ask about availability for paid admission.
Please note that each organization may sign up a maximum of 4 employees per program.

Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB) – March 4th
2026-03-04 09:00 - 16:30

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Essentials – March 5th
2026-03-05 09:30 - 16:00

Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB) – March 11th
2026-03-11 09:00 - 16:30

The Working Mind (TWM) – Employee Program
2026-03-17 09:30 - 15:00
Important: Before completing your registration for this course, please ensure you have obtained approval from your immediate supervisor. By proceeding with the registration, you confirm that you have secured the necessary authorization.
The Working Mind (TWM) training is an evidence-based mental health program administered by Opening Minds, a subsidiary of the Mental Health Commission of Canada. You can view the Opening Minds website here.
The overall goal of the training is to help decrease stigma, build resiliency and encourage healthy conversations about mental well-being in Canadian workplaces. We offer both the Employee and the Manager/People Leader versions of the program. Manager – one, 7 hour session; Employees – 5.5 hour program, both delivered in one day. This instructor-led virtual learning is currently available at no charge to employees of the NS Continuing Care Sector (long-term care, residential care facilities and home supports).
For general inquiries please contact the Council at admin@hcsc.ca
Want to access this training without qualifying for free admission? Contact the Council at the email above and ask about availability for paid admission.

* Please note that each organization may sign-up a maximum of 4 employees per program (e.g., per TWM event)

Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB) – March 18th
2026-03-18 09:00 - 16:30

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certificate – March 24th and 25th
2026-03-24 09:00 - 15:30
IMPORTANT: This is a two day training course, in order to receive your certificate you must attend both days (9:00am – 3:30pm). Additionally, You will receive reminder emails prior to your training date, containing useful information and any necessary course materials. The Council recommends that you add the event to your calendar upon signing up.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to support a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being, a mental health or substance use crisis until professional help is available. The practical skills of MHFA help you develop the confidence and peace of mind knowing you can support those around you, and your ability to self-care and prioritize your well-being while supporting others.
MHFA Certification is an innovative and leading-edge program in the sector. Mental Health First Aid now offers official certification. This in-depth two-day course, upon completion and assessment, provides participants with increased mental health awareness, enhanced mental health, improved confidence to help, and decreased mental health stigma.
Important Notice: To support meaningful engagement and an effective learning experience, participants are required to join the course using a device with functioning audio and a camera. Being on camera throughout the session supports full participation and interactive learning. If a participant does not have access to a camera-enabled device or a suitable space, their employer will need to provide a device that has a camera and audio to support their staff’s professional growth. Thank you for helping us create a positive and fully engaged training environment.
* Please note that each organization may sign-up a maximum of 4 employees per program
** If you are registering yourself for the program, please ensure that you have your managers permission to attend prior to registering

Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB) – March 26th
2026-03-26 09:00 - 16:30
