This bill mandates that school psychologists and school counselors in New Jersey complete a mental health first aid training course established or approved by the Department of Education. Each school psychologist and school counselor must complete this training during their first year of employment, and those already employed must do so within the first year following the bill's effective date. Furthermore, the bill stipulates that both professionals must undergo this training at least once every three years as part of their professional development requirements set by the State Board of Education.

The Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Human Services, is tasked with establishing or approving a mental health first aid training course that lasts a minimum of eight hours. This course will cover essential topics such as identifying and responding to mental health issues and substance use disorders, recognizing risk factors and warning signs, and understanding various mental health conditions that affect children and adolescents. Additionally, the course content will be reviewed and updated at least every three years to ensure it remains current and effective in addressing mental health challenges.