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Suicide prevention training and events

 

  • Motivational Interviewing for Suicidal Thinking

    Online/Virtual

    This virtual training will use didactics to briefly review the core concepts of motivational interviewing (MI) and explore the evidence and applicability of MI for addressing suicidal thinking in diverse clinical settings. Throughout the training, the trainer will ask for audience participation in providing real-world scenarios where MI could be applicable and demonstrate specific MI […]

    Free
  • Conversations on Access to Lethal Means (CALM Conversations)

    Online/Virtual

    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. 2 […]

    Free
  • Foundational Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) Using the Stanley Brown

    Online/Virtual

    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. This free training offers an overview of the Stanley Brown SPI tool and provides hands-on practice to help participants build confidence in using the […]

    Free
  • Supporting Communities After Death by Suicide: Best Practices and Resources in Postvention

    Online/Virtual

    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. Panelists from local and statewide organizations will share practical strategies, […]

    Free
  • Supporting Caregivers During Youth Suicide Risk

    Online/Virtual

    Join this one-hour learning session to strengthen support for caregivers who are supporting youth with suicide care needs. Participants will learn about family-centered communication strategies, practical tools such as safety planning, and community resources to address both acute and ongoing challenges. The session will highlight approaches for fostering resilience and coordinated care. 1 continuing education […]

    Free
  • Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Fall Role Play Training

    Online/Virtual

    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. What to expect: - Interactive exercises to practice using CAMS - Demonstrations of the […]

    Free
  • Intermediate Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) Training Using the Stanley Brown

    Online/Virtual

    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 […]

    Free
  • Conversations on Access to Lethal Means (CALM Conversations)

    Online/Virtual

    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. 2 […]

    Free
  • Foundational Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) Using the Stanley Brown

    Online/Virtual

    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. This free training offers an overview of the Stanley Brown SPI tool and provides hands-on practice to help participants build confidence in using the […]

    Free
  • An Overview of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)

    Online/Virtual

    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. 1.5 continuing education credits approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors, Psychoanalysts, Psychologists, and Social Workers.

    Free
  • Navigating Collaboration with Differing Levels of Risk Tolerance around Suicidality

    Online/Virtual

    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. This webinar introduces a practical […]

    Free

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