Date/Time
3.5 CEs
Suicide Prevention: Considerations for Special Populations© is a four (4) hour course that aims to comprehensively address suicide prevention within special populations. The training will examine risk and protective factors and discuss prevention strategies within marginalized groups and among those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
This workshop will delve into both identifying signs of suicide risk among special populations and discussing strategies for prevention with an emphasis on fostering awareness of issues within marginalized communities, including but not limited to the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, veterans, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Learning Objectives:
Describe the unique challenges faced by special populations in relation to suicide risk.
Explain warning signs of suicide within diverse special populations.
Apply communication skills for effective suicide prevention within special populations.
Demonstrate awareness of cultural sensitivity in suicide prevention.
Assess the specific risks and challenges special populations face regarding suicide.
The course is designed to meet the needs of Professional Counselors, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurses, Substance Abuse Counselors, Social Workers, Crisis Specialists, Marriage & Family Therapists, Pastoral Counselors, and other roles that support marginalized communities.
Location: Virtual
Sponsored By: American Association of Suicidology
Cost: Nonmember, with CEs :$269.00
Member pricing available upon account login
For questions, email training@suicidology.org