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NJ A2508
Requires State Board of Education to include instruction on mental health first aid training as part of professional development requirement for public school teachers.
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Introduced
02/14/2022
02/14/2022
In Committee
02/14/2022
02/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill directs the State Board of Education to require each public school teacher to complete eight hours of instruction in mental health first aid training within the first year of employment and to obtain recertification in mental health first aid training every three years thereafter. The training would include, but not be limited to, information on: how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health illnesses and substance use disorders; the risk factors and warning signs for mental health illnesses and substance use disorders; interventions and strategies on how to assist an individual in both crisis and non-crisis situations; and overviews of mental health illnesses that may present in children and adolescents, including depression and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, psychosis, and substance use disorders. To stay updated on the latest information regarding mental health and substance use disorders, it is recommended that recertification in mental health first aid training be completed every three years.
AI Summary
This bill directs the State Board of Education to require each public school teacher to complete at least eight hours of mental health first aid training within their first year of employment and to obtain recertification in this training every three years thereafter. The training would cover topics such as identifying and responding to signs of mental health illnesses and substance use disorders, understanding risk factors and warning signs, and learning interventions and strategies to assist individuals in crisis and non-crisis situations. The bill aims to ensure that teachers are equipped with the knowledge and skills to support the mental health needs of students, including addressing issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 02/14/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A2508 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A3000/2508_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A3000/2508_I1.PDF |
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