ASIS 002 - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training

This 2-day interactive workshop is designed for anyone 16 and older who wants to build the skills and confidence to support someone thinking about suicide. The aim of this training is to equip people across every part of a community- workplaces, schools, frontline services, sports teams, volunteer organizations and everyday settings- with practical, proven suicide intervention skills.

The workshop features a scientifically proven intervention model, powerful audiovisual learning aids, group discussions, skills practice and development, and a balance of challenge and safety.

Participation in the full two days is required. Participate in group discussions and practice skills that are based upon adult learning principles. Experience powerful videos on suicide intervention. Feel challenged and safe. Learn the tools to make a life-saving difference.

Instructors: Erin Legault, M.Ed., CCC. and Meg Grudeski, BA, MACP, CCC

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course you will:

  • Build confidence to ask directly about suicide
  • Listen with empathy and without judgment
  • Explore personal attitudes and beliefs that affect your ability to help
  • Create a collaborative Safety Plan to help someone stay safe for now
  • Connect them to further care and ongoing support
Who should enroll

This course is ideal for:

  • Professionals in healthcare, education, social services, and community organizations
  • Volunteers, peer supporters, and frontline workers
  • Supervisors, team leaders, and those in caregiving or support roles
  • Friends, family members, and community members who want practical skills to recognize suicide risk and respond effectively to support immediate safety.
Duration and format

Duration 14 hours (Course delivered over two consecutive days)

Format In-person

Withdrawals and refunds
Withdrawals and refunds
NON-CREDIT COURSE REFUND POLICY


Withdrawal 7 days prior to course start time: Full Refund
Withdrawal fewer than 7 days prior to course start time: No Refund

Please refer to the Tuition Refund policy.

This policy applies to all students taking credit courses at Yukon University and all noncredit students taking courses through the Continuing Studies division with Yukon University.

CRN Instructional method Instructor Location Start date Seats available* Cost
90353 Face-to-face Synchronous Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
15
Cost: $330.00
Tax: $16.50
Class schedule
Start date End date Room Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Classroom - Face to Face C1530 - - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - - -

* seats available are updated nightly

Note regarding courses with listed prerequisites: Depending on the circumstances, students may be granted permission from a program advisor or the course instructor to enrol for courses in which they do not have the specified prerequisites.

Please quote the Course Reference Number (CRN) when contacting registration.