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SUMMARY:Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Silver Lining invites you to register for a virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. \nThese free\, grant-funded trainings are open to Vermonters and those who serve and support Vermonters through generous support from Vermont Care Partners (VCP). Each class has limited space (30 participants). \nIn many communities\, MHFA certification costs $100–$200. Through VCP funding\, you can earn your three-year certification at no cost. \nThe goal of MHFA is to build empowered\, connected communities by helping people recognize signs of mental health challenges and respond effectively. You’ll learn a five-step action plan to offer support\, encourage professional help\, and connect individuals to community resources. \nThis training is brought to you by generous funding through Vermont Care Partners (VCP) Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) grant funds. Current grants include The Vermont Department of Health’s Garrett Lee Smith grant\, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Mental Health Awareness Training grant\, and the Vermont Department of Mental Health AWARE grant.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/virtual-adult-mental-health-first-aid-5/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T143000
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SUMMARY:Supporting Communities After Death by Suicide: Best Practices and Resources in Postvention
DESCRIPTION:In the wake of a suicide death\, communities are often left grieving\, searching for answers\, and unsure how best to support those most affected. This webinar will provide guidance on effective and compassionate postvention practices for first responders\, service providers\, and community members across Vermont. \nPanelists from local and statewide organizations will share practical strategies\, available resources\, and real-world lessons learned to help reduce risk\, promote healing\, and strengthen community response. \nParticipants will gain a clearer understanding of how coordinated postvention efforts can both support bereaved families and serve as a critical component of suicide prevention. \n1.5 continuing education credits are approved through Vermont’s Office of Professional Regulation for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, First Responders\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers. \nLocation: Remote \nWho Should Attend? First Responders (EMT\, Fire\, Rescue\, DA Emergency Services Staff\, etc.)\, Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Psychologists\, Psychoanalysts\, Social Workers\, Community Health Workers\, Medical Staff\, Healthcare Professionals \nThis free training is available for clinicians providing care for clients in Vermont.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/supporting-communities-after-death-by-suicide-best-practices-and-resources-in-postvention/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T165856
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Overview
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is an opportunity to learn more about the CAMS Framework and the evidence base behind the model. Dr. Kevin Crowley provides an overview of the evidence-based CAMS framework and its benefits in clinical practice. Dr. Crowley discusses key considerations for using CAMS as an assessment and treatment model and discusses the research base and studies supporting this model. \n1 continuing education credit approved through the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers. \nLocation: Remote. \nWho should attend? This session is ideal for clinicians\, care managers\, mental health providers\, and other healthcare professionals who are considering CAMS training and want to better understand how CAMS can be effectively integrated into clinical workflows to support suicide-specific care. \nThis free training is available for clinicians providing care for clients in Vermont.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-cams-overview/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T165856
CREATED:20260311T151841Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Caregivers During Youth Suicide Risk
DESCRIPTION:Join this one-hour learning session to strengthen support for caregivers who are supporting youth with suicide care needs. \nParticipants will learn about family-centered communication strategies\, practical tools such as safety planning\, and community resources to address both acute and ongoing challenges. \nThe session will highlight approaches for fostering resilience and coordinated care. \n1 continuing education credit approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/supporting-caregivers-during-youth-suicide-risk/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T165856
CREATED:20260330T194019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T194028Z
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Fall Role Play Training
DESCRIPTION:A CAMS-care consultant will lead a full-day experiential workshop\, demonstrating the use of CAMS through live\, unscripted role-plays based on real patient scenarios. Attending clinicians will actively participate in these role-plays\, designed to build confidence in applying CAMS assessments and interventions. \nWhat to expect:\n– Interactive exercises to practice using CAMS\n– Demonstrations of the use of CAMS in live\, unscripted role plays\n– Group discussions to strategize challenging case presentations\, different techniques and tactics\, and application to specific patient populations\n– Recommendations for implementation in systems\n– Opportunity of one-on-one questions with trainers \nParticipants must complete the CAMS Foundational Online Video and commit to attending four CAMS consultation calls before being assigned to this training. \n7 CEs available for purchase from CAMS upon completion of training. \nLocation: Remote. \nWho should attend? This workshop is intended for clinicians who have completed the CAMS Foundational Online Video training and are ready to deepen their practical skills. It is especially valuable for providers preparing to use CAMS in real-world clinical settings\, and for those seeking hands-on experience to reinforce fidelity\, confidence\, and effectiveness in delivering suicide-specific care. \nFor more information about this training\, please reach out to Charlotte Lyman\, Training and Administrative Coordinator (charlottel@vpqhc.org)
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-camsfall-role-play-training/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T130000
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) Training Using the Stanley Brown
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training builds upon the knowledge acquired in the Foundational Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) Using the Stanley Brown training. It will include a brief review of key elements of the safety plan intervention\, didactics on frequently encountered challenges when collaboratively building a safety plan including strategies for navigating these challenges and proactively addressing barriers to access to common strategies listed in each step\, modeling of safety planning via expert videos\, discussion of complex cases drawing from the trainer’s and participants’ clinical experiences\, and role playing by participants. Note\, the entire role play will not all be monitored by a trainer. \nAttendees must have previously taken “Foundational Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) Using the Stanley Brown” training. \n3 continuing education credits approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/intermediate-safety-planning-intervention-spi-training-using-the-stanley-brown/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T163000
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CREATED:20260427T114302Z
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UID:10001536-1787905800-1787934600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:CAMS-BI Role Play Training
DESCRIPTION:CAMS Brief Intervention (CAMS-BI) Role-Play Training was developed to train clinicians to support the use of CAMS as a framework for suicide-specific risk assessment and treatment in rapid healthcare delivery systems (e.g.\, emergency departments\, EmPATH units\, crisis care facilities and psychiatric inpatient units). \nThis training will present research support for the use of CAMS-BI within interdisciplinary treatment teams. Trainees will practice CAMS-BI in breakout role plays after watching the presenter demonstrate the intervention. \nThis course will also provide suggestions and resources to clinicians to help successfully implement CAMS-BI\, including suggestions for documentation\, using CAMS-BI tin treatment team meetings\, and how CAMS-BI can be used to facilitate disposition and discharge. \nTraining Topics:\n•The research that supports CAMS-BI in crisis systems and across interdisciplinary treatment teams\n•Observe clinical demonstrations of the CAMS Framework®\n•Participate in role plays of the Suicide Status Form as a therapeutic assessment\n•Suggestions and resources for clinicians to help successfully implement CAMS-BI along with documentation best practices\n•The use of CAMS-BI in treatment team meetings\n•Ways that CAMS-BI can be used to facilitate disposition and discharge \n7 CEs available for purchase ($45) from CAMS-care after completion of the training \nLocation: Remote. \nWho should attend? CAMS-BI is designed specifically for individuals working in Emergency Departments\, EmPATH Units\, Crisis Stabilization Facilities\, and Inpatient Units.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cams-bi-role-play-training/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T160000
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CREATED:20260427T132127Z
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SUMMARY:CAMS 4-Teens Live Online Fall Training
DESCRIPTION:CAMS-4Teens™ was developed to train clinicians on how to adapt and implement the CAMS Framework® and the Suicide Status Form (SSF) for youth ages 12 and older. The training also provides updated information on the nature\, epidemiology\, and prevention of youth suicide\, including a specific focus on reducing access to lethal means and how to work within and across systems of care. \nParticipants must complete the CAMS Foundational Online Video and commit to attending four CAMS Consultation Calls before being assigned to this training. \n4 CEs available for purchase through CAMS upon completion of training. \nLocation: Remote. \nWho should attend? This training is designed for clinicians who are already trained in the core CAMS model and are looking to apply it in work with adolescents. It is ideal for mental health providers in schools\, pediatric and primary care settings\, emergency departments\, and community-based programs who serve youth at risk of suicide and are ready to tailor CAMS for use with this population. \nPlease reach out to Charlotte Lyman (charlottel@vpqhc.org) with any questions about this training
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cams-4-teens-live-online-fall-training/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T130000
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CREATED:20260427T181226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T182153Z
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Fall Cohort
DESCRIPTION:The VPQHC CAMS Fall Cohort has two primary elements: \n1. CAMS Foundational Online Video Training (3 CES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE)\nThe CAMS Foundational Online Training is a 3-hour unscripted clinical demonstration with a patient through the course of 12 sessions of the CAMS Framework\, featuring the creator of CAMS\, Dr. David A. Jobes. Participants are encouraged to complete the Foundational Online Training before attending the first Consultation Call. \n2. CAMS Consultation Calls (4 FREE CES AVAILABLE)\nAfter completing the Foundational Online Training clinicians will participate in at least four out of eight CAMS Consultation Calls in order to receive CEs. The consultation calls reinforce learning through case discussions with experienced CAMS consultants. Participants who complete at least four consultation calls will receive a free CAMS source book\, Managing Suicidal Risk: A Collaborative Approach by Dr. David A. Jobes. \nAll Consultation Calls run from 12 – 1 p.m. ET and the schedule is as follows:\nFriday\, September 11\nFriday\, September 18\nFriday\, October 2\nThursday\, October 8\nThursday\, October 15\nThursday\, October 22\nThursday\, October 29\nFriday\, November 6 \nLocation: Remote via Zoom \nWho should attend?\nThis session is ideal for clinicians\, care managers\, mental health providers\, and other healthcare professionals who are ready to begin the CAMS training framework to become CAMS Trained. \nThis free training is available for clinicians providing care for clients in Vermont. \nPlease register no later than September 1\, 2026. \nFor more information about this training\, please reach out to Charlotte Lyman\, Training and Administrative Coordinator (charlottel@vpqhc.org)
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-cams-fall-cohort/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T165856
CREATED:20260311T151739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T151739Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations on Access to Lethal Means (CALM Conversations)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to provide friends\, family\, and others with information on how to recognize and respond to suicide risk\, with an additional focus on reducing access to lethal means\, especially firearms. The training includes practical strategies\, real-life scenarios\, and tools to help create safer environments for individuals who may be at risk. \n2 continuing education credits approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/conversations-on-access-to-lethal-means-calm-conversations-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T165856
CREATED:20260311T151717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T151717Z
UID:10001501-1789986600-1789993800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Foundational Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) Using the Stanley Brown
DESCRIPTION:The Stanley Brown Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) is a brief\, evidence-based approach designed to reduce suicide risk by helping individuals recognize warning signs\, build coping strategies\, and identify sources of support. \nThis free training offers an overview of the Stanley Brown SPI tool and provides hands-on practice to help participants build confidence in using the intervention with people experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors. \nParticipants will learn how to understand the structure and components of the Stanley Brown SPI form and practice administering SPI through interactive role-play exercises. \n2 continuing education credits approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/foundational-safety-planning-intervention-spi-using-the-stanley-brown/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T165856
CREATED:20260311T151626Z
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UID:10001502-1791536400-1791541800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:An Overview of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to confidently use the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) to assess suicide risk\, recognize warning signs\, and determine next steps. This practical\, skills-focused training is designed for real-world application. \n1.5 continuing education credits approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/an-overview-of-the-columbia-suicide-severity-rating-scale-c-ssrs-3/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T165856
CREATED:20260311T151222Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Collaboration with Differing Levels of Risk Tolerance around Suicidality
DESCRIPTION:Approaches to supporting individuals at risk of suicide can look different across the continuum of care. Emergency departments\, inpatient units\, outpatient clinics\, primary care\, crisis services\, schools\, and community programs each bring unique roles\, resources\, and constraints. These differences can sometimes create varying expectations and make care transitions more complex. \nThis webinar introduces a practical framework for understanding how perspectives on suicide risk vary across settings and professional roles\, and how teams can work together to provide safe\, person-centered care and smoother handoffs. \n1 continuing education credit approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/navigating-collaboration-with-differing-levels-of-risk-tolerance-around-suicidality-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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