Suicide Risk Assessment

Course overview

The C-SSRS is an evidenced based tool for screening for suicide risk. ¿Participants will learn regional suicide statistics, acute and lifetime risk factors for suicide, how to use the C-SSRS screening tool, options for addressing suicide risk such as collaborative safety planning and resources for those at risk of suicide.¿ By the end of this course, attendees will be able to deliver the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale screening tool and address the risk of suicide through appropriate intervention.