Learn Suicide First Aid
This free training is hosted by the Vermont Collaborative for Practice Improvement & Innovation with support from the Vermont Department of Mental Health, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Vermont Chapter, Rotary Club of St. Albans, and United Way of Northwest Vermont. There are limited seats available. Priority will be given to applications submitted by April 26.

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Date & Time: May 8 & 9, 2024 from 8:30am-4:30pm (in-person)
Location: United Way of Northwest Vermont Offices at 412 Farrell St # 200, South Burlington, VT 05403
Note: CEUs available for licensed professionals.

About ASIST
LivingWorks ASIST is a two-day in-person workshop featuring powerful audiovisuals, discussions, and simulations. At a LivingWorks ASIST workshop, you’ll learn how to recognize when someone may be thinking about suicide, and how to provide a skilled intervention and develop a safety plan with the person to connect them to further support. You will also consider how personal and community attitudes about suicide affect someone’s openness to seek help and your ability to provide it. This workshop will increase your willingness, confidence, and capacity to provide suicide first aid.Two knowledgeable, supportive trainers will guide you through the course, ensuring a comfortable and safe learning environment. For more information, visit the LivingWorks website.