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Stress and suicide shouldn't go hand-in-hand, and healthcare providers have a unique opportunity to ensure they don't. This is why a deep understanding of the risk factors and warning signs that indicate someone is struggling is vital for healthcare professionals.

Make a tangible difference today, starting with our state-approved Washington Suicide Prevention training. You'll do more than meet a requirement—this education will elevate your ethics and equip you to embrace your professional responsibility to enrich your patients' lives.

Note: If you are unsure of your profession's training requirements, please confirm whether a 3-hour or 6-hour training is mandatory HERE.

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Your 3-hour Washington Suicide Prevention certification equips you to screen and make referrals for individuals at risk.

Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15–29-year-olds.

- World Health Organization

Many people who die by suicide have an undiagnosed mental health condition.

- Washington State Department of Health

In 2021 1.7 million adults attempted suicide in the U.S.

- CDC

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Notice The Signs To Save Lives.

When someone is suicidal, they can feel utterly hopeless. The job of health professionals and practitioners is to offer hope and avenues for healing, even in the darkest of times. Proactive prevention strategies are vital to successful assessments and preventative interventions.

The tools inside of this training will equip you with a foundational understanding of what motivates suicidal ideation and attempts. You'll be able to identify appropriate public and private resources for individuals so that quality referrals can be made for care and mental health management.

This 3-hour state training is required for various Washington state health professionals. Some professionals are required to take a longer course and the regularity of training varies as well.

Please note: The following professions are required to take a six-hour course: social workers, licensed mental health professionals, nurses, marriage and family therapists, naturopaths, osteopathic physicians/surgeons/physician assistants, physicians and physician assistants, psychologists, and retired active licensees of the above professions.

To confirm the state's training requirements for your profession, please visit the State of Washington Health Profession Mandatory Suicide Prevention Training page.

Every Conversation Counts.

When you know how to listen and what questions to ask, your confidence in spotting the signs of suicide risk will soar. Implementing the skills inside of the 3-hour Washington Suicide Prevention can lead to more attentive care, qualified concern, and quick, life-saving action.

Inside your Workshops Express training, you'll find everything you need to take a thoughtful approach to guiding patients and their families through suicidal ideation, suicidal attempts, and related mental health struggles.

Workshop Curriculum

Lesson 1

Prevalence Of Suicide In Washington State & The U.S.

Gain key perspectives on suicidal ideation and attempts in this introductory lesson, starting with an overview of the many origins and risk factors associated with suicide. You'll also learn the epidemiology of suicide in Washington State and why sensitive responses, effective screenings, and appropriate referrals are key in addressing the suffering of individuals at risk of suicide.

Lesson 2

Screening & Assessment of Risk Factors Associated with Suicide

Verbal indicators, behavior signs, and emotional changes related to suicide risk are covered in this screening and assessment lesson. With the right screening tools and vigilant attention to the mental health of your clients and patients, you could be part of the proactive solution to suicide.

Lesson 3

Referrals: Best Practices for Connecting the Client/Patient

Evaluating suicidal intent can be a tricky process. In this lesson, you'll learn what questions to ask when someone overtly or covertly expresses suicidal intent, how to approach the topic of suicide, and vital factors in conducting suicide assessments.

Lesson 5

Course Evaluation

Reflect on your learning experience in the Suicide Prevention Workshop. This evaluation is your chance to share feedback about the practicality, effectiveness, and user-friendliness of your completed lessons.

Lesson 6

Exam

Assess your knowledge of key suicide prevention principles. Exams may be taken multiple times if needed to allow additional study and understanding of concepts. Passing the exam is required to obtain your certificate of completion.