Behavioral Health Training Sessions in April

Loudoun County offers ongoing behavioral health training sessions free of charge. Seats are limited and registration is required, except for Rapid REVIVE! The schedule of upcoming virtual and in-person classes for April 2026 is as follows:

Mental Health First Aid training teaches people how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. The training also teaches the skills that someone needs to reach out and provide initial help and support to individuals who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. Two versions of the program—a general adult program and a program for adults who interact with youth—will be offered in April.

The next trainings will be held in person at the Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services office, 21641 Ridgetop Circle, Suite 210, in Sterling: Adult Mental Health First Aid: Friday, April 3, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Register by Thursday, April 2.

Youth Mental Health First Aid (Must attend both days) Tuesday, April 21, and Wednesday, April 22, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Register by Monday, April 20.

For details about the training and to register, visit loudoun.gov/MHFirstAid.

REVIVE! is the opioid overdose and naloxone education program for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Anyone who uses opioids or knows someone who is using opioids is encouraged to attend. Loudoun County offers two versions of the program — Rapid REVIVE! and Virtual REVIVE!

Rapid REVIVE! is a shortened format that allows individuals to complete the training in six minutes.
After watching a short video and then providing their contact information, participants receive free
naloxone nasal spray. They may choose to receive naloxone by mail or arrange pickup. Rapid REVIVE! is available anytime. No registration is required.

• Visit loudoun.gov/RapidRevive for Rapid REVIVE! in English.
• Visit loudoun.gov/ReviveEspanol for Rapid REVIVE! in Spanish.

Virtual REVIVE! is a one-hour, scheduled training session that requires registration. Participants who complete the training are also eligible to receive free naloxone nasal spray. They may choose to receive naloxone by mail or arrange pickup. The next training will be held: Friday, April 10, 12 – 1 p.m. Same-day registration is available.

REVIVE! trainings can also be scheduled upon request. For details about the training and to register, visit loudoun.gov/revive.

Question, Persuade, Refer training teaches three steps that anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. It helps people recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to refer someone for professional help. A virtual training presentation lasts about one hour followed by discussion and practice opportunities. The next class will be held: Monday, April 20, 12 – 1 p.m. Same-day registration is available.

For details about the training and to register, visit loudoun.gov/SuicidePreventionTraining.

Anyone who requires an accommodation for any disability in order to participate, including language assistance, should call 703-771-5155 or send an email to prevention@loudoun.gov. Three business days’ notice is requested.

For more information on the prevention and intervention services offered by the Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services, visit loudoun.gov/MHSADSPrevention or send an email to prevention@loudoun.gov.