About this Event
Youth Suicide Prevention Training (6 CEs Available)
Join us for a critical and engaging training focused on understanding, preventing, and responding to youth suicide. This session equips participants with practical tools, increased awareness, and confidence to intervene effectively with at-risk youth.
This training offers 6 Continuing Education (CE) hours approved through LPCGA, GAMFT, and GSCSW.
Training Description
Youth suicide remains a growing public health concern, impacting families, schools, and communities. This training provides a comprehensive overview of risk factors, warning signs, and protective strategies specific to youth populations. Participants will explore evidence-informed approaches to early identification, intervention, and postvention, while also gaining insight into the role of trauma, communication, and support systems.
Participants who complete the full training will receive 6 CEs through LPCGA, GAMFT, and GSCSW.
Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for:
- Mental health professionals
- School counselors and educators
- Social workers
- Case managers and direct care staff
- Healthcare professionals
- Youth-serving organizations and community leaders
- Anyone interested in strengthening their ability to support youth in crisis
6 CE hours are available for eligible participants through LPCGA, GAMFT, and GSCSW.
Key Learning Outcomes
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Identify warning signs and risk factors associated with youth suicide
- Recognize the impact of trauma and environmental stressors on youth mental health
- Apply effective communication strategies when engaging with at-risk youth
- Utilize appropriate intervention and referral techniques
- Understand protective factors and how to strengthen them
- Respond confidently and ethically in crisis situations
Completion of all learning components qualifies participants for 6 CEs (LPCGA, GAMFT, GSCSW).
Daily Schedule
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Welcome, Introductions, and Training Overview
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Understanding Youth Suicide: Trends, Risk Factors, and Protective Factors
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Break
11:15 AM – 12:30 PM
Recognizing Warning Signs & The Role of Trauma
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
Lunch Break
1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Intervention Strategies & Communication Techniques
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
Break (snacks provided)
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Crisis Response, Resources, and Ethical Considerations
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Q&A, Evaluation, and CE Instructions
Continuing Education Information
Participants who attend the full training and complete required evaluations will receive 6 Continuing Education (CE) hours through LPCGA, GAMFT, and GSCSW.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Methodist Home for Children & Youth, 304 Pierce Avenue, Macon, United States
USD 30.80
