About the Training
Farm Safety Nova Scotia is sponsoring mental health professionals from across the province to participate in Agriculture Informed Therapy™ training, a specialized program developed by the National Farmer Mental Health Alliance (NFMHA). This training equips therapists with the knowledge and skills needed to build trust with agricultural clients and provide care that reflects the realities of farm life.
This training is designed as the first step in an ongoing journey. Participants will be invited to join an Ag-Informed Therapist Network, a community of practice committed to continued learning, peer connection, and strengthening mental health support for farmers and rural communities across Nova Scotia.
As an Ag-Informed Therapist, you’ll be recognized through both Farm Safety Nova Scotia and the NFMHA as a professional with training and experience supporting agricultural clients.
Benefits of Participating:
- Access to a growing network of mental health professionals focused on rural and agricultural communities
- Opportunities for ongoing peer connection, shared learning, and collaboration
- Specialized knowledge that enhances your practice and ability to connect with farmers
- Recognition as a trusted Ag-Informed Therapist, helping farmers feel understood and supported
Training Format & Schedule
This is a 12-hour, CEC-accredited training, delivered through a blend of in-person and online learning.
- In-person kickoff session:
Saturday, January 31, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Old Orchard Inn, Greenwich, Nova Scotia - Online modules:
Participants will have access to all training modules to complete at their own pace in the weeks following the kickoff session. - Weekly virtual check-ins:
One-hour facilitated group sessions to support learning, reflection, and connection
Monday evenings, 7:00–8:00 p.m. | February 9, 16, and 23, 2026
Cost
- $150 registration fee
- Total training value: $1,200 per participant
- The remaining cost is covered by Farm Safety Nova Scotia through Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership funding
What’s Included
- CE-accredited Agriculture Informed Therapy training
- In-person kickoff session and facilitated virtual check-ins
- Indefinite access to all online training modules, so you can refer back to the curriculum whenever you need
Preparing for the Training
Participants will be given access to all online modules of the Agriculture Informed Therapy training ahead of the in-person kickoff. You are encouraged to review these modules in advance if you’d like, but doing so is not required. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the material at your own pace and come to the in-person session ready to engage in discussion and practical application.
Access details will be provided once registration is confirmed.
Join the Network
This training is more than a workshop — it’s an opportunity to become part of a growing community of practice dedicated to improving mental health care for farmers. Join us in building a stronger, more informed network of therapists so that no farmer feels misunderstood or unsupported.