Session 1 – From Student to Support Staff: Building Capacity Through Mental Health Internships
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Series Summary
Mental Health Action Week was a statewide effort to strengthen support for student mental health and well-being across California Community Colleges. This three-part webinar series was designed for faculty, classified professionals, administrators, and mental health providers who are working to create more connected and compassionate campus environments.
1.5-hour Webinar: Watch Recording | Presentation Slides PDF
Explored how campuses like Moreno Valley College are strengthening campus mental health services by hiring former students as paid interns. Learned how strategic partnerships with local behavioral health agencies can help expand capacity while offering professional growth opportunities for students.
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