Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute Inc.

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Cancellation Policy

Registrations cancelled 7 or more days prior to the workshop are refundable, minus a $50.00 administrative fee. Alternatively you may receive a credit to attend a future training. Cancellations less than 7 days prior to the workshop are non-refundable. If at anytime you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your registration to another individual at no extra cost. In this case, please notify CTRI of the name of the alternate person who will be attending.

We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to unforeseen circumstances or under-enrolment. Liability is limited to a refund of workshop fees only. Please make travel arrangements with this in mind.

Limited Seating

Register Early! To better facilitate group interaction, seating is limited to 60 participants in most workshops.

Children and unregistered guests are not permitted in the meeting rooms.

You Will Receive

A spiral bound training manual and workshop certificate as well as morning and afternoon refreshments. Participants are on their own for lunch from noon to 1:00 PM.

Print Registration Forms

You can register through our online option and pay now with a credit card or later by another method. If you still prefer to register via mail, print forms are available.

Concerns and Grievances

If concerns arise throughout your interaction with the CTRI office or our workshop please contact the CTRI office directly at 204-452-9199 or info@ctrinstitute.com.

Special Accommodations
for Disabilities

Please contact the CTRI office directly at 204-452-9199 or info@ctrinstitute.com to discuss any special needs or accommodations you may require to have a positive learning experience.

Continuing Education Credit

This workshop is approved for credit with Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, Canadian Professional Counsellors Association, Association of Social Work Boards, Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation and Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada.

Credit hours: A two day workshop earns 12 continuing education hours, a one day workshop earns 6 hours and a webinar earns 1 hour. A certificate will be awarded upon the completion of the workshop.

Understanding Mental Illness (1 day)

This workshop is designed for managers, human resource professionals, social service providers and anyone seeking a better understanding of the complexities that surround mental illness.  While it is not your responsibility to diagnose mental illness, it can be both important and helpful for you to be aware of the signs and symptoms that indicate someone is experiencing a mental illness.  This workshop will give participants a general overview of common adult mental illnesses and their symptoms, causes and treatment. The final portion of the workshop explores ways of accessing professional help for people struggling with mental illness.

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Workshop Outline

Our Webinars are live online training sessions that offer abbreviated versions of our in-person public workshops.
  • Mental Illness and Mental Health
  • Myths About Mental Illness
  • History of Mental Illness
  • Mental Disorders Overview
  • Reviewing Your Context
  • Schizophrenia
  • Psychosis
  • Mood Disorders - Depression, Bi-polar
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Mental Illness and Suicide
  • Mental Illness and Substance Use
  • Personal Support
  • People and Organizations to Access
  • Finding a Qualified Counsellor

Target Audience

This is an introductory level workshop intended for social service and health care providers, managers, human resource professionals and anyone wanting to enhance their understanding of mental illness.

Method of Delivery

Lecture, video and small group discussion

Learning Objectives

At the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:

  • Explain the difference between mental illness and mental health.
  • List common adult mental illnesses.
  • Articulate symptoms related to different mental illnesses.
  • Understand the role of suicide and substance abuse and the relationship to mental illness.
  • Know how to access professional health.

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