The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) recognizes the critical importance of equipping our educators and school personnel to address the sensitive and pressing issue of suicide prevention. Suicide is a leading cause of death for youth between the ages of 12 and 19, so educators are uniquely positioned to identify warning signs and provide vital support.
ISBE is partnering with the Illinois Department of Public Health to offer free suicide prevention training courses tailored to empower and educate our educators. We invite you participate in this crucial training course.
Question, Persuade, Refer Training – 1 credit hour
This training is available for all school staff to help them recognize the warning signs of suicide and learn more about preventing it. The registration deadline is March 1, 2024, with the option to complete the training during the 2024 calendar year.
An in-depth training course targeted at school counselors, social workers and other school personnel is also available. See the Free Suicide Prevention Training for Illinois School Staff flyer for more details.
We invite you to take a proactive stance in preventing tragedies and fostering a supportive environment for those in need. Thank you for your dedication and unwavering support in making our communities a safer and more nurturing place for all.
Questions? Contact klee64@bsd.uchicago.edu if you have questions related to registration. For all other questions, contact DPH.Safety@illinois.gov.
