Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk: Core Competencies for Mental Health Professionals

Friday, June 29, 2012

University of Southern Indiana
University Center

8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Earn 6.5 CE credits!

This event is sponsored by IPA, the American Association of Suicidology, and the Suicide Prevention Resource Center.

Suicidal behavior is a major cause of death and disability in the United States.  A significant proportion of people who die by suicide have had recent contact with a mental health professional, but many providers are inadequately trained to assess, treat, and manage suicidal patients or clients.

Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk (AMSR) was designed to teach essential core competencies that meet the needs of psychologists, licensed counselors, social workers, and employee assistance professionals.  This one-day workshop focuses on assessing suicide risk, planning treatment, and managing the ongoing care of the at-risk client.

This workshop includes pre-workshop reading materials; 6 ½ hours of training, comprised of an engaging mix of lecture and exercises; participant manual, including an extensive bibliography and resources for assessments and crisis management plans; multiple video segments featuring David Jobes, PhD demonstrating key competencies; journaling throughout the day; and time for discussion.

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