Addressing Mental Health in Northern Communities

Lakehead University's Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences (FHBS) is proud to announce the first of three new micro-credential courses designed to address critical areas of need in the health of Northern, rural, and remote regions.

Mental Health Care in Rural and Remote Regions will equip learners with an understanding of the unique challenges, opportunities, and strategies for delivering mental health care in rural, remote and northern settings. Developed for learners in any professional role, the course emphasizes cultural considerations and strength-based care approaches while providing practical, evidence-based strategies to address mental health challenges in rural and remote settings.
 

This online, self-paced program starts April 14, 2025, and will help you:

• Understand the unique needs of individuals in Northern, rural, and remote communities
• Develop culturally informed care plans
• Access and utilize available resources
• Improve your mental health care practice and help those facing unique challenges.
   

Mental Health Care in Rural and Remote Regions Course:
Start Date: Monday, April 14, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Registration Fee: $475.00 (NO HST)

Learn more here: https://communityzone.lakeheadu.ca/mental_health_care