The Health Education Center in Norwich will hold a workshop in December to teach people about lifesaving prevention strategies.
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a workshop where attendees can learn how to provide interventions to those experiencing suicidal thoughts. The course will use a mix of simulations, audiovisuals, and live instruction to teach participants. People do not need to be healthcare professionals to sign up for the event. The workshop will have two sessions, and registrants are expected to attend both classes. All participants must be at least 16 years old.
The Health Education Center is an organization that was founded in 1996. Originally known as the Eastern Connecticut Area Health Education Center, the group offers career-building opportunities in the healthcare industry and certification programs. The center also has several programs, such as the Youth Health Service Corps, Public Health Ambassadors, and the Collegiate Health Service Corps. Alyssa McClain is the current president of the center, and Amina Otajagic is the program manager.
The suicide prevention workshop will take place on December 20th and December 21st from 8:30am to 4:30pm. There is no cost to attend the event, though guests must register in advance. The program only has room for 15 people. Health centers that offer courses similar to this may utilize brochure printing to give their attendees educational materials to bring home.
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