Description

ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) is a 2-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. It is one of the most widely used suicide intervention programmes in the world, with over 1 million people trained.

The training prepares participants to recognise when someone may be thinking about suicide, and to connect them with immediate support. Participants learn a suicide-intervention model and apply it through practice scenarios.

What you will learn:

  • Understand the attitudes, knowledge and skills needed to intervene with someone at risk
  • How to have a direct, open conversation about suicide
  • How to develop a safety plan with the person at risk
  • How to connect the person to local follow-up resources

Full 2-day attendance is required. Training is delivered by HSE NOSP-trained facilitators. Lunch is typically provided.

How To Access

Visit the HSE NOSP training page to find upcoming ASIST dates in your area. You can also contact your local HSE Mental Health Services office to enquire about scheduled training. Full 2-day attendance is required — please only book if fully committed to attending.

Duration

2 days (face-to-face)

Cost

Free
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