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Mental Health and Addictions

Suicide Intervention Skills

Promoting Life

Suicide prevention requires confidence, knowledge, and compassionate communication. This training teaches practical skills to recognize warning signs and intervene safely.

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Available for Private Delivery

Certificate Included

Suicide Intervention Skills for Helping Professionals

Working with individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or impulses is challenging, which is why a broad and diverse approach is needed to prevent and respond to the issue. This workshop explores various insights related to suicide intervention, with a key emphasis on life promotion. Participants will practice the skills needed to identify and assist those at risk of suicide and learn how to support people and communities impacted by suicide. A guide for developing a comprehensive suicide intervention plan will be reviewed, along with direction for incorporating a prevention plan into each participant’s own context.

Learning Objectives

Describe factors related to suicide prevention and promotion of life

Explain risk and protective factors, including warning signs

Outline the dynamics of suicide contagion and clusters

List steps for a specific approach to suicide intervention

Plan practical strategies for supporting all those affected by suicide

12,500+

Professionals Trained

4.7 Stars

Trustpilot Rating

500+

Organizations Served

Choose Your Format

Training options built for real-world needs.

Most Popular

On-Demand Workshop

Recorded workshop for flexible, self‑paced learning.

$269

/ per person

Start right away – no scheduling required

Learn at your own pace, in manageable sections

Follow along with a full downloadable manual

Earn a certificate and continuing education credits

Access anytime, on any device

Share access across your team for consistent learning

Live Virtual Workshop

Interactive sessions with experienced facilitators.

From $549

/ per person

Learn from an experienced facilitator

Ask questions and get real-time guidance

Connect and learn alongside peers

Engage in discussions and practical exercises

Earn 6 CECs per day of training

Receive a certificate upon completion

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Personalized training solutions for your team.

Starting at

$3500 per day

per session

Additional Options

On-Demand Webinar

Condensed training in a video format.

Standalone written learning resource.

What You'll Learn

Walk away with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful difference. The objectives below outline what you'll be equipped to do after completing this training.

Understand Suicide Risk

Learn common warning signs.

Ask Direct Questions

Practice safe conversations.

Create Safety Plans

Support crisis planning.

Connect to Supports

Refer to resources.

Support Recovery

Encourage hope.

Care for the Helper

Manage emotional impact.

Our Approach

Grounded in research, practical application, and real‑world experience.

Accessible

Clear, approachable learning without unnecessary jargon.

Applicable

Content designed for real‑world challenges and opportunities.

Engaging

Facilitators bring content to life through stories and examples.

Practical

Skills and tools designed for everyday use in your setting.

What People Are Saying

Insights from our participants.

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It's not always easy to facilitate a six-hour session, but it flew by. Perfectly timed, packed with useful, relevant information, curated to address the unique needs of our group."

K. Decle

University of British Columbia, Office of Student Academic Services

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This was one of the best trainings our organization has had. Staff were so engaged and came away energized and excited rather than tired and drained."

T. Etienne

Portal Youth Outreach Association

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CTRI is a great source for learning. They were easy to work with and our facilitator presented in an engaging and interactive way that kept people interested and attentive."

J. Grimes

Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the training.

This training is for:

Mental health professionals

Social services and community‑based professionals

First responders and emergency services

Health care workers and support staff

School and post‑secondary personnel

Leaders, managers, and supervisors

Human resources and people operations teams

Employees in corporate or business settings

Anyone working in people‑centred or support roles

What does this training cover?

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This workshop teaches helpers to recognize warning signs of suicide, ask directly and compassionately about suicidal thoughts, conduct safety planning, and connect people to appropriate support.

Who is this training for?

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This training is designed for counsellors, social workers, educators, health care workers, and anyone in a helping role who may encounter people at risk of suicide.

Does this training teach you how to ask about suicide?

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Yes. Asking directly about suicide is a core skill in this workshop. Participants practice language and approaches that support open, caring conversations about risk.

Does this training include safety planning?

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Yes. Creating collaborative safety plans is a key component of the workshop, helping helpers support clients through crisis moments.

Is this training available online or privately?

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Yes. CTRI offers this workshop in live, on-demand, and private formats. This is one of CTRI's most important trainings and is frequently delivered privately for organizations. Contact us to arrange a session.

Is this training appropriate for people who are not clinicians?

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Yes. While clinical professionals benefit from this training, it is also designed for non-clinical helpers – including educators, peer supporters, and community workers – who may encounter someone in crisis.

Learn Practical Suicide Intervention Skills

Gain the confidence and practical skills to recognize suicide risk and respond with compassion and care. View live training dates, explore on-demand options, or bring this workshop to your team.

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Available for Private Delivery

Certificate Included