Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR)Training for Suicide Prevention

Description

Hope Network and Mental Health Association in Michigan (MHA-MI) Present: an In-person QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training.

QPR Suicide Prevention is a one-hour evidence-based training that teaches participants simple steps anyone can learn to save a life. 

Hope Network is proud to co-host this vital training alongside Mental Health Association in Michigan (MHAM)!

About the Training: QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training designed to help individuals recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and know how to respond. Often referred to as the "CPR for mental health," QPR empowers participants to intervene and potentially save a life.

Who Should Attend? Gatekeepers are people in a position to identify someone at risk and refer them to appropriate help. This includes parents, friends, teachers, coaches, caseworkers, first responders, and many others.

What You’ll Learn:

• - How to Question someone about suicidal thoughts
• - How to Persuade them to seek help
• - How to Refer them to appropriate support services
• - Warning signs and common causes of suicidal behavior
• - How to get help for yourself or someone in crisis

All participants will receive a QPR E-Booklet and Resource Guide upon completion.

Training Format & Requirements: This is an in-person, interactive training led by a certified QPR instructor from Hope Network. To receive credit for the training, participants must: Participate in all breakout sessions

Register Here: https://bit.ly/3Tw4FLo