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Volunteer Mental Health Certification Program

Volunteer Mental Health Certification Program

$50.00 $75.00

Welcome to the Volunteer Mental Health Certification Program, part of the Global Volunteer Recognition Program's Leadership Academy. This self-paced, 8-module course is designed for volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels who want to better understand mental health while supporting their own emotional well-being and the well-being of others in service.

Whether you’re just starting your volunteer journey or you’re a seasoned leader, this course offers practical tools, reflection activities, and real-world strategies to help you become a compassionate, trauma-informed, and emotionally aware volunteer.

What You'll Learn:

  • Mental health basics for everyday volunteers
  • Recognizing burnout and compassion fatigue
  • How to lead inclusive, emotionally safe volunteer teams
  • Responding to crisis situations and when to refer
  • Creating a personal wellness plan that sustains your service

Course Format:

  • 8 self-paced modules
  • Built-in reflection questions and activities
  • Ungraded discussion boards
  • A 20-question quiz for each module (score of 18/20 required)
  • Social media challenges to inspire action and awareness
  • Digital certificate issued upon completion
  • Optional upgrade available for official printed certificate

Who Can Enroll:
Anyone! You do not need to be a member of the Global Volunteer Recognition Program to participate. This certification is perfect for:

  • Youth and student volunteers
  • Community and nonprofit leaders
  • Educators and school clubs
  • Volunteer coordinators
  • Families who serve together
  • Anyone who wants to support mental health while making a difference

Volunteer Hours:
Time spent completing this course can be logged as volunteer service hours and may be eligible for awards such as the Presidential Volunteer Service Award and the American Citizenship Award (based on availability from third-party organizations).

Delivery Method:
The course is hosted on Google Classroom and can be completed anytime, from anywhere.

Support Mental Wellness in Service. Enroll Today.
The world needs kind, capable, and emotionally aware volunteers. Start your certification and become a stronger leader in your community.
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