Invaluable inspiration is found within the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) community online, yet the true magic unfolds when one steps into the heart of the annual conference. The 2024 MHFA Summit and NatCon24 promise to connect attendees with numerous individuals from across the country, including field experts and sought-after speakers, leaving them rejuvenated and genuinely inspired.
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing extends an invitation to join over 5,000 healthcare professionals at NatCon24 in St. Louis. The MHFA Summit, exclusively for MHFA Instructors and Coordinators, kicks off proceedings on April 14, followed by NatCon24 from April 15-17. NatCon24 welcomes anyone committed to transforming communities and saving lives through mental health and substance use care, including mental health care providers, treatment organizations, Mental Health First Aiders, MHFA Instructors, National Trainers, and Coordinators.
NatCon24 stands as the largest conference in mental health and substance use treatment, offering a platform for next-level learning, connections, and insight. From expert-led presentations and entertainment to special events and technology exhibits, NatCon24 serves as a melting pot of ideas, strategies, and solutions.
3 Reasons to Attend NatCon24:
Get inspired and learn from the best: Dive into next-level learning with presentations from renowned speakers and discussions on hot topics, social issues, and policy opportunities. With 400+ presenters, NatCon24 provides clarity on current issues and offers solutions for today’s challenges.
Customize your conference with diverse learning tracks: NatCon24 caters to everyone with unique sessions on crisis response, rural health care, suicide prevention, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Access hundreds of hours of premium content and tailor your experience.
Connect with the mental health community and meet industry leaders: Engage with industry-leading organizations and healthcare professionals in the Exhibit Hall. Network with peers and colleagues, sharing best practices and insights while exploring tools, services, and technologies from 200+ exhibitors and sponsors.
3 Reasons to Attend the 2024 MHFA Summit:
The MHFA Summit is a prime opportunity to enhance skills as an MHFA Instructor, Coordinator, or National Trainer. Whether teaching Adult MHFA, Youth MHFA, teen MHFA, or community-specific courses, attendees will benefit from informative panels and insights from experienced professionals.
Earn continuing education credits: Listen to expert panels on a range of MHFA-related topics and earn continuing education units (CEUs) to expand professional development.
Gain insights on creating your own sustainable MHFA program: Learn strategies to roll out MHFA in your community, expand awareness, and reach new audiences, crucial as the need for mental health care grows, especially among youth.
Network: The MHFA Summit provides an excellent platform to network with Instructors, Coordinators, and National Trainers from around the country. Exchange best practices and advice, forming connections that contribute to MHFA’s goal of training 1 in 15 people across the country.
More than events, NatCon24 and the MHFA Summit offer opportunities to invest in personal growth, organizational excellence, and community impact. Whether attending MHFA Summit, NatCon24, or both, participants will fuel their passion for being part of the MHFA community, enriched by inspiring stories from speakers reminding everyone why they strive to #BeTheDifference. Don’t miss this highly anticipated learning opportunity!
