Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a vital two-day course developed by LivingWorks Education, that covers the following:
ASIST is a 2-day intensive, interactive and practice-dominated course designed to help individuals recognize the risk of suicide, and learn how to intervene to prevent the risk of suicidal thoughts from becoming suicidal behaviors. Suitable for all persons in positions of trust: health professionals, social service workers, teachers, counselors, youth workers, police and correctional staff, and community volunteers. Prepared caregivers can help prevent suicide. Includes a Suicide Intervention Handbook and a certificate.
ASIST Workshop features:
- Presentations and guidance from two LivingWorks Education registered trainers
- A scientifically proven intervention model
- Powerful audiovisual learning aids
- Group discussions
- Skills practice and development
- A balance of challenge and safety
Rate: $190 per person.
2020 Session Dates
- S3: Sat/Sun, May 30/31, 9:30am to 5:30pm CANCELLED due to COVID 19
- S4: Sat/Sun, Oct.3/4, 9:30am to 5:30pm
- S5: Sat/Sun, Nov.7/8, 9:30am to 5:30pm
For more information or to register, click: http://thegatehouse.org/asist-suicide-intervention-training/