Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

This is a 2 day event - May 30th and May 31st. Both Days are from 8am - 4:30pm.

ASIST - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training is an in-depth training developed by LivingWorks that prepares individuals to provide suicide first-aid intervention using the evidence-based Pathway for Assisting Life (PAL) model. Backed by numerous peer reviewed studies and government reports, ASIST is recognized in SAMHSA’s and the Suicide Prevention Resource Center’s national registry of best practices. Although many professional caregivers use ASIST, anyone 16 or older can learn these life-saving skills. More information about ASIST can be found here: livingworks.net/asist.

What you’ll get:

• Skills to recognize and support a person with thoughts of suicide
• The ability to conduct a safety assessment and develop a safety plan
• Opportunities to learn from other participants and practice your intervention skills at your own comfort level
• Training workbook, learning aids, and localized resources
• Certificate of completion
• 12.75 CEs through the Oregon NASW Chapter for interested participants

Duration: 2 days (16 hours)

Audience: Anyone 16 years or older

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Salem, United States