Suicide Awareness and Prevention in Correctional Facilities is a four-hour training designed to increase participants’ knowledge, awareness, and confidence in identifying and responding to suicide risk within correctional settings. The course addresses suicide prevalence, potential agency and individual liabilities, common myths and facts about suicide, risk and protective factors, warning signs, and prevention strategies. Participants will develop practical communication and listening skills for responding to individuals who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts and will examine appropriate intervention procedures, screening practices, documentation, and agency-specific protocols for accessing mental health services.

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