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FAQ: MSAN's Mental Health Ally Certification in the Leadership Institute for Military Spouses Program

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Military spouses can gain leadership credentials and mental health certification through MSAN's LIMS program, enhancing their professional development and community influence.

MSAN's Leadership Institute incorporates Psych Hub's evidence-based mental health training into its catalog, offering self-paced certification with over 1,000 digital assets for military spouses.

This program addresses mental health resource shortages by training military spouses as first emotional responders, creating stronger support networks for military families and communities.

97% of participants gained crisis intervention tools through Psych Hub's certification, which includes engaging videos and podcasts in MSAN's peer-to-peer mentorship platform.

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FAQ: MSAN's Mental Health Ally Certification in the Leadership Institute for Military Spouses Program

The Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MSAN) is officially adding the Psych Hub Mental Health Ally Certification, sponsored by USAA, to the catalog of its Leadership Institute for Military Spouses (LIMS) in 2026.

It addresses mental health resource shortages by equipping military spouses to serve as trained mental health allies and first emotional responders, bridging the gap until professional care is available, in alignment with MSAN's mission to empower military spouses.

It is a self-paced, on-demand certification offered through the Leadership Institute for Military Spouses, utilizing Psych Hub's evidence-based professional training which includes a library of over 1,000 digital assets like videos, shareable content, and podcasts.

All spouses of current serving U.S. military members from any branch (including Reserves and Guard), or post-9/11 Gold Star Spouses, Surviving Spouses, Caregivers, or spouses of Veterans or Retirees are welcome to apply.

83% said military spouse challenges affected their mental health, 97% of completers gained tools to assist during a mental health crisis, and 92% learned something new about mental health and wellness.

The training is provided by Psych Hub, which offers evidence-based professional training through a library of digital assets to support a more compassionate and mentally fit volunteer force.

The certification is sponsored by USAA, which partners with MSAN in a shared commitment to creating lasting impact for those who serve alongside the military.

MSAN is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that creates stronger military families through education, empowerment, and support via mentorship programs, virtual resources, and leadership development, collaborating with military installations, DoD resources, and partner organizations.

Verenice Castillo states it equips military spouses to serve as trained mental health allies and first emotional responders, bridging the support gap until professional care is available, and provides a bigger journey full of opportunities through LIMS.

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