ASIST: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

This is a Two-Day Workshop!

Day 1: Wednesday, May 7 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Day 2: Friday, May 9 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Attendance on BOTH days is required.

What is ASIST?

ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) is a two-day, in-person workshop designed to equip participants with essential suicide intervention skills. Through engaging audiovisuals, discussions, and hands-on simulations, participants will learn how to:

✅ Recognize when someone may be thinking about suicide
✅ Conduct a skilled intervention to offer immediate support
✅ Develop a safety plan to connect individuals with ongoing care
✅ Examine personal and community attitudes about suicide and how they influence intervention

Guided by experienced trainers, this workshop fosters a supportive and safe learning environment to help participants build confidence and competence in suicide first aid.

Why Attend?

ASIST is the world’s leading suicide prevention training, used worldwide to equip individuals with life-saving skills. This workshop increases your willingness, confidence, and capacity to provide suicide first aid.

Who Should Attend?

This training is open to anyone 18 or older, including:
✅ Caregivers
✅ Professionals
✅ Community members

No prior experience is required. Whether you’re in a helping profession or simply want to be prepared to support those in need, this training is for you.

🚫 Please note: This training does not offer continuing education (CE) hours.

Host or Publisher Mental Health Association of Rochester