Workshop Descriptions

The Mid-Valley Suicide Prevention Coalition now offers training in two evidence based suicide prevention programs. Both programs are listed on the National Registry of Best Practices.

QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer

Like CPR, QPR is a simple process that anyone can be trained to use, to help save the life of a person who is in crisis.

During the FREE two hour training, participants will learn:

• Myths and facts about suicide
• How to recognize the signs that a person may be suicidal
• How to ask Questions to assess the situation
• How to Persuade the person to stay alive long enough to get help
• How to Refer them to a professional for help to get them through the crisis and treat any underlying mental illness

ASIST: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

Each ASIST workshop shares many core features that make up the LivingWorks international standard. Here is what you can expect at your ASIST training:

• ASIST is held over two consecutive days for a total of 15 hours.
• Each ASIST participant is charged $200 for the cost of materials and lunch for both days
• ASIST workshops always have a minimum of two active ASIST trainers present for the entire two days.
• Trainers show two award-winning videos in the course of the workshop.
• Some parts of ASIST take place with all participants together, and others take place in a smaller work group. This helps create a balance between safety and challenge. Participants need not disclose personal experiences to the whole group.
• Local resources are provided and their availability in the community is discussed

Participant materials include a 20-page workbook, wallet card, and stickers. Participants also receive a certificate upon completing the workshop