TRAININGS

Introduction to general specifics for prevention and basic knowledge

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention curriculum with modules for a wide-variety of demographics including children, adolescents, and LGBTQIA+ populations

Geared for younger children, families and schools. We can present at your school or order the book here.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Ending the Silence is an engaging presentation that helps middle and high school aged youth learn about the warning signs of mental health conditions and what steps to take if you or a loved one are showing symptoms of a mental health condition. 

SafeTALK is a half-day alertness workshop that prepares anyone, regardless of experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. SafeTALK-trained helpers can recognize these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving mental health support. 

Just like CPR, QPR is an emergency response to someone in crisis and can save lives. QPR is the most widely taught Gatekeeper training in the world.

It’s estimated that one out of every two people in a given congregation has personally been impacted by suicide. To address the need for suicide prevention education in faith communities, Soul Shop trains faith community leaders on the topic of suicide.  Soul Shop will equip participants with the information and guidance they need to facilitate healing within their community.  

Curriculum from the Texas Suicide Prevention Council  provides participants with an overview of the basic epidemiology of suicide and suicidal behavior, including risk and protective factors.  

Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour course that gives the skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experienceing a mental health crisis. This class is intended for all people and organizations that make up the fabric of a community.  Options:

• Adults
• Adults working with Youth
• Teen Program | Peer Groups for High School students
• Veteran | Veteran Service Providers

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognize when someone may have thoughts of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. The ASIST method helps reduce suicidal feelings in those at risk. To receive certification, participants must attend both days.