ASIST | Next Training — July 13 & 14, 2013What: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) When: July 13 & 14, 2013 | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Where: SPS at Stone Manor | 528 South Batavia Avenue, Batavia, Illinois Registration: Click here to register now ASIST is open to anyone interested in learning about suicide prevention and is conducted in advance of hotline training. Developed by LivingWorks, the two-day workshop will help you become a more ready, willing, and able caregiver. ASIST training is offered as a 2-day weekend course with a fee of $195.00. A special reduced rate for students is offered at $100.00. If you are interested in volunteering – a commitment of one 4-hour shift per week plus one additional shift per month, for a year-long term – the above fees are waived except for a $25.00 materials fee. Those persons wishing to volunteer must take additional training of three Saturdays (9am-3pm) in addition to the ASIST weekend training. There is no additional cost for this training. Internships are also available pending acceptance and availability, and all interns are required to undertake full training (ASIST and lineroom) and provide the above weekly shifts. Fees are waived for interns. For more information send us a message or call us at (630) 482-9699. |
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MORE ABOUT ASISTMost people considering suicide share their distress and their intent with others. Appropriate training can help us see and respond to these invitations for help. Commonly known as ASIST, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training provides practical training for those who want to learn how to prevent the immediate risk of suicide. ASIST workshops, which are two days in length, are intended for prospective hotline volunteers; and for emergency service workers, counselors, teachers, ministers, mental health practitioners, community volunteers, and anyone who might be concerned about family or friends. ASIST workshops use small groups of one trainer to no more than 15 participants. ASIST uses many different teaching processes to create a practice-oriented and interactive experience. The emphasis of the workshops is on suicide first aid and on helping the person at risk stay safe and seek further help. In the workshops participants learn the following:
Evaluations have shown that the workshop increases caregivers’ knowledge and confidence to respond to a person at risk of suicide, that intervention skills are retained over time, and that they are able to effectively put to use the training and skills acquired to save lives. The workshop includes lunch on both days. If you have specific food allergies or dietary needs, please contact us in advance. The training includes workshop materials, meals, and certification. The cost of the workshop also helps fund the training of our phone volunteers, whose commitment helps to save lives. To attend, click here register now. Our receipt of your online registration form and payment will reserve your spot in the workshop and you will receive a confirmation email before the workshop. Questions? For more information send us a message or call us at (630) 482-9699. HOTLINE TRAINING DATESFollowing the ASIST sessions on July 13 & 14, 2013, Hotline Volunteer Training will be held on the following dates: (dates to be announced soon) For more information send us a message or call us at (630) 482-9699. |