ASIST-Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

ASIST, or Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, is a 2-day intensive training program that teaches participants to connect, understand, and assist persons who may be at risk for suicide. Although many healthcare professionals use ASIST, anyone 16 years or older can use the approach, regardless of professional background. The class is composed of lectures, small group discussions, and interactive exercises.

ASIST also includes demonstrations and role-playing of common suicide intervention situations, allowing participants to practice their newly learned suicide intervention skills in a supportive environment. Upon completion of the workshop, participants will be prepared to:

• recognize invitations for help

• reach out and offer support

• assess risk of suicide

• apply evidence-based suicide intervention model

• link people with community resources

You must register to attend and there is no cost. Costs are being covered by the remaining grant funds from the Coalition received from the Oregon Alliance to Prevent Suicide. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. The training is in person and you must attend both days in full in order to receive your certification. Please only register if able to attend fully as space is limited to 30 participants.