<p>Psychological First Aid is an online course from Johns Hopkins University on Coursera, taught by George Everly, Jr., PhD. It teaches how to provide immediate, evidence-informed support to people in an emergency or disaster using the RAPID model.</p> <ul> <li>Open to all; no prior experience required.</li> <li>Five modules cover Reflective listening, Assessment of needs, Prioritization, Intervention, and Disposition, alongside self-care for providers.</li> <li>Approximately six hours of content on a flexible, self-paced schedule.</li> <li>Coursera notes that course completion does not on its own certify readiness to deliver psychological first aid in disaster settings without further training.</li> </ul> <p>Access to course materials requires buying the certificate or a Coursera Plus subscription (eligible learners may get a free trial); financial aid can be requested.</p>