Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
August 4 & 5, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Register by August 1!
COVID-19 Requirements: All current COVID-19 protocols for healthcare settings must be followed by anyone entering our facilities or attending any events. This may include: medical face mask covering your nose and mouth; social distancing; separate seating if unvaccinated. Please do not attend if you are having any symptoms that may be related to COVID-19, if you have been recently exposed to, or tested positive, for COVID-19. Your cooperation is appreciated.
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognize when someone may have thoughts of suicide, and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Although ASIST is widely used by healthcare providers, participants don't need any formal training to attend the workshop; Anyone 16 or older can learn and use the ASIST model. ASIST receives regular updates to reflect improvements in knowledge and practice.
Over the course of this two-day workshop, participants will learn to:
There are 13.0 CEUs available for licensed social workers, counselors and nurses.
Registration Deadline: August 1!
Fees: $140.00 for 2-day class. Due 48 hours before the class date.
Dupage County Employees: Contact Michele Piver to request a 30-day invoice: michele.piver@dupagehealth.org or 630-221-7561
Sorry - no refunds for cancellations within 48 hours of the class date.