ASIST Workshop in Calgary: Suicide Prevention Training for PSP, Veterans, and Military Personnel
We’re excited to announce an ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) workshop in Calgary on June 8 & 9, 2023. The event will take place at the Calgary Airport. The exact address and parking details will be shared closer to the date. We thank the Calgary Airport Authority for hosting this essential workshop.
Thanks to generous funding, the $250 registration fee for this workshop is fully covered. This training is open to the Legacy Place Family, including Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Services, 911 Dispatch, Veterans, and Military Personnel. To register, simply email us at info@legacyplacesociety.com.
What is ASIST?
The ASIST workshop is a two-day, interactive training designed to help participants recognize signs of suicidal thoughts and learn how to effectively intervene. By attending, you’ll gain skills to create a safety plan and provide immediate support to those at risk.
While ASIST is widely used by healthcare professionals, no prior training is required. Anyone aged 18 or older can benefit from this suicide prevention training.
Why Should You Attend the ASIST Workshop?
- Learn life-saving skills: Gain the knowledge needed to respond when someone is considering suicide.
- Build a suicide-safer community: As an ASIST caregiver, you’ll contribute to creating a community focused on suicide prevention.
- Evidence-based effectiveness: Research shows that ASIST can reduce suicidal thoughts, making it a cost-effective solution for tackling suicide.
Certificate & Professional Development
Upon completing this 14-hour course, participants will receive a certificate of participation. ASIST is accredited by the Canadian Accreditation Council Of Human Services (CACOHS) and the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB). Those with a current ASIST certificate can earn 14 hours of Category A professional development credits.
Attendee Testimonial
“I’ve attended five coworkers’ funerals due to suicide, and many others I didn’t personally know. If all first responders had this course, those numbers would be much lower. The course gave me the confidence to understand the bigger picture and helped me find tools to save my own life. Thank you, Legacy Place Society.” — JK
Special Thanks
We’d like to give a huge thank you to the Calgary Airport Authority for providing the classroom space, Justin Havre & Associates RE/MAX First for sponsoring attendance, and the EMS Foundation for providing coffee and muffins.
Register Now: Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn suicide intervention skills. Email us to register for the ASIST workshop in Calgary on June 8-9, 2023.
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