Empower Yourself. Save a Life.

1 in 5 young people struggle with a mental health challenge—yet too often, the signs go unnoticed or unaddressed. Imagine the impact if parents, educators, caregivers, and community leaders knew how to recognize the warning signs, respond effectively, and connect youth to the support they need.

We provide certified Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) and Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) suicide prevention training to equip individuals, schools, camps, after-school programs, clubs, and organizations with the skills to identify, support, and guide young people in crisis.

Our Training Programs

QPR gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Certification

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training developed by the QPR Institute, that provides the tools to recognize suicidal warning signs and take action.

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) Certification

A nationally recognized 8-hour certification course that teaches adults how to assist youth ages 12-18 who are experiencing a mental health challenge, crisis, or substance use disorder.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to recognize verbal, behavioral, and situational warning signs
  • How to ask the right questions to assess suicide risk
  • How to persuade someone to seek help and connect them with resources
  • How to offer HOPE
  • Know how to access local and national referral resources

What You’ll Learn:

  • Recognize the signs of anxiety, depression, and trauma in youth
  • Respond with confidence using the 5-step MHFA Action Plan
  • Provide early intervention and reduce stigma
  • Connect young people to professional help and resources

Certification Details:

  • Participants receive a QPR Gatekeeper Certificate valid for 1 year.
  • Training can be completed in 60-90 minutes.

Certification Details:

  • Upon completion, participants receive a 3-year Mental Health First Aider certification from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
  • Available in in-person or virtual formats.

“Suicide prevention is everyone’s business, and anyone can help prevent the tragedy of suicide. QPR Gatekeeper Certification empowers individuals with the knowledge and skills to recognize warning signs, offer hope, and save lives.“

QPR Institute

Invest in Your QPR Training: Pricing Options

Get the best value with our flexible pricing options. Explore the various service packages offered by Jennifer Armstrong and choose the one that aligns with your goals and budget.

QPR Gatekeeper Individual Certification Training

$55

Certification

As a Certified QPR Gatekeeper you will be trained to recognize a crisis and the warning signs of suicide.

Certified Guidance

The QPR Institute believes that quality education empowers all
people, regardless of their background, to make a
positive difference in the life of someone they know.

Live Virtual or In-person

Participants must attend the entire course in
order to receive certification *If you are
attending a virtual training, please ensure that
your video remains on at all times

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Group QPR Gatekeeper Certification Training

Ideal for small businesses, after-school programs, places of worship, organizations, clubs, etc. (10 – 25 people)

$35 per person

Community Engagement

QPR Gatekeepers can be anyone, but include
● Parents
● Teachers
● Minister
● Youth
● Doctors
● First Responders
● Mental Health Professionals
● And YOU!

Live Virtual or In-person

Participants must attend the entire course in
order to receive certification *If you are
attending a virtual training, please ensure that
your video remains on at all times

Invest in Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA): Pricing Options

Get the best value with our flexible pricing options. Explore the various service packages offered by Jennifer Armstrong and choose the one that aligns with your goals and budget.

Individual YMHFA Certification

$155

Elevate your mental health awareness with mental health first aid certification. Includes all training materials, certification badge, workbook, and support.
Ideal for: Teachers, coaches, parents, mentors, faith leaders, youth workers, and community members.

Certification

Upon completion, participants receive a 3-year Mental Health First Aider certification from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.

Youth Empowerment

8-hour certification course that teaches adults how to assist youth ages 12-18 who are experiencing a mental health challenge, crisis, or substance use disorder.

Live Virtual or In-person

Participants must attend the entire course in order to receive certification. *If you are
attending a virtual training, please ensure that your video remains on at all times

Transformative Coaching Package

$149

Elevate your groups mental health awareness with mental health first aid certification. Includes all training materials, certification badge, workbook, and support.
Ideal for: Teachers, coaches, parents, mentors, faith leaders, youth workers, and community members.

Personalized Approach

Jennifer’s personalized coaching meets your unique needs for lasting transformation.

Community Engagement

Jennifer is a life coach who makes a positive impact on individuals and the community.

Holistic Transformation

Jennifer’s coaching brings holistic transformation, connecting personal and professional growth.