Training at SPC focuses on mental wellness, support for first responders

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — While the second group of graduates just received their Applied Mental Health Certificate from St. Petersburg College, the third class is getting ready to start their program.

Officer Jordon Poulos with the Bradenton Police Department is one of those recent graduates. He works on the homeless outreach team.

“A majority of my clients have substance abuse or mental health issues,” said Poulos, who can now connect the community and his colleagues with more resources…

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