Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Workshop – 2 day course

Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention is a two day workshop designed for professionals and para-professionals in the human services whose roles bring them into regular contact with people at risk of suicide. This workshop aims to help participants:

• Gain an understanding of the problem of suicide
• Identify suicide risk
• Provide a framework for risk assessment and intervention
• Develop appropriate intervention skills
• Understand the limits to confidentiality
• Understand the importance of consultation
• Gain an understanding of self-harming behavior
• Gain an understanding of the link between mental disorders and suicidal behaviours
• Understand the importance of postvention

Note: Participants need to be aware that the workshop is intense and demanding. They are encouraged to consider the potential emotional impact (on themselves) before attending.

DATE: Attendance on both days is essential

TIME DAY 1: 9.00am – 4.30pm DAY 2: 9.00am – 4.30pm

LOCATION: Curtin University (95 Egan St, Kalgoorlie WA 6430)

COST: FREE

CATERING: FREE morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea provided for both days

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