When

Friday, May 18, 2018 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PDT
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Where

United General Wellness Center 
2000 Hospital Drive
Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
 

 
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Contact

Elizabeth Ruth 
United General District 304 
3608547155

elizabeth.ruth@unitedgeneral.org 

 

Question Persuade Refer (QPR) Gatekeeper               Trainer Certification Course 

Becoming a certified trainer of QPR’s industry-leading approach to suicide prevention is an excellent way for individuals and organizations to help empower their communities to effectively intervene on behalf of suicidal and in-crisis people.

GATEKEEPER TRAINER CERTIFICATION TEACHES YOU TO:
  • understand the nature, range and importance of suicidal communications and their importance in preventing suicide
  • review and understand the groups at greatest risk of suicide and why QPR can work for them
  • teach QPR Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention
  • gain a historical perspective about suicide prevention and how QPR fits into national efforts
  • acquire specific knowledge about how audiences may respond to the QPR message and how to react in a helpful manner
  • effectively promote suicide prevention in their own communities
  • gain the competence and confidence to teach others how to save lives and help prevent suicidal behaviors

For more information about QPR, click here

*Must be 18 years or older to complete this course*

This training, valued over $500, is provided FREE for participants who want to teach QPR in their communities. Morning coffee, refreshments, and lunch are provided.