Available Trainings
All the courses below are open to students, faculty, and staff. If you are interested in participating in any of them, please reach out to the contacts provided for information for when the next training is being offered.
QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training is a 90-minute certification program designed to empower supervisors, co-workers, friends, family, and classmates to recognize early signs of depression and suicide risk. Participants learn simple and effective strategies to identify warning signs, intervene appropriately, and support individuals in crisis. This training is free and open to staff, faculty and students. QPR trainings are offered monthly during the fall and spring semesters and are also available by request for departments and student organizations.
If you are interested in participating in this training, please contact the University Counseling Center.
Call To ACTion is a 50-minute mental health wellness and suicide prevention program that aims to reduce mental health stigma and encourage help-seeking behaviors. Participants learn how to identify signs of depression and suicidality, respond supportively to someone in distress, and connect them with appropriate resources. Available for student organizations and classroom settings by request, Call To ACTion is designed to cultivate a supportive community and promote mental well-being across campus.
If you are interested in participating in this training, please contact the University Counseling Center.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based 8 hour training program that teaches individuals how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges and substance use disorders. Participants gain practical skills and confidence to provide initial support and guide people to appropriate care. This program promotes resilience, reduces stigma, and fosters open conversations about mental health to support enhanced well-being across communities. This training is typically offered at least once each semester.
If you are interested in participating in this training, please contact the University Counseling Center.
The Step UP! Bystander Intervention Program is an evidence-based training framework designed to empower individuals to recognize problematic situations and provide safe, effective ways to intervene.
If you are interested in participating in this training, please contact the Dean of Students Office.
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a widely recognized, evidence-based two-day interactive workshop regarded as the gold standard in suicide intervention training. ASIST equips participants to identify warning signs of suicide, confidently provide direct and skilled intervention, and collaborate with individuals in crisis to create personalized plans for immediate safety and support. This training is offered each year in September.
If you are interested in participating in this training, please contact the University Counseling Center.
Creating a Culture of Care introduces faculty and staff to practical, compassionate ways to support students’ well‑being. The presentation highlights how everyday interactions can foster trust, empathy, and a sense of belonging, while also outlining when and how to connect students with key campus resources. Participants will learn how to recognize when a student may need additional support and how to make effective referrals to Academic Services, the University Counseling Center, and Care & Assistance. The session emphasizes a shared responsibility for student success and equips campus professionals with tools to create a caring, responsive campus community.
If you are interested in participating in this training, please contact the Dean of Students Office.
