Training

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

A two-day training that prepares participants to recognize and respond to people who may be having thoughts of suicide.

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Gain the confidence and competence to intervene and help create a safety plan

Through interactive practice and guided learning, ASIST is open to anyone 16 or older who wants to be ready to provide life-saving, evidence-based support in their community.

Skills You'll Gain

1

Recognize warning signs and invitations for help.

2

Engage safely and compassionately with a
person at risk.

3

Build collaborative safety plans that reduce immediate danger and secure ongoing support.

Equipping the community behavioral health workforce with evidence-informed and culturally-responsive skills.

Other Trainings

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Mobile Crisis Training

A free, state-supported program designed to prepare Oregon’s mobile crisis teams to respond safely, effectively, and compassionately.

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Advanced Skills Training

Providing behavioral health professionals and community responders with in-depth, evidence-based training to address suicide risk with confidence and care.

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OCALM Training

Equipping healthcare and direct service providers with the skills and confidence to discuss suicide risk and reduce access to lethal means.