Alternatives to Suicide Group Facilitator Training Application - May '22

This form is for the purpose of applying for the next “Alternatives to Suicide Group Facilitator” Training as presented by the Indiana DMHA and Mental Health America of Indiana SWD Training Institute, with the primary purpose of training people to start their own groups in their own area. 

The Alternatives to Suicide approach was developed by the Wildflower Alliance in 2009 as one of the only peer-to-peer groups that truly focuses on the topic of suicide. Rather than assessment and risk, these groups are based in creating a non-judgmental space in which to discuss suicide and other taboo topics.

There are a growing number of Alternatives to Suicide groups in the US and beyond.. Join us and be a part of the movement. Learn more at www.communitypsychology.com/new-approach-to-suicide/.

 

Please complete the application below in its entirety no later than APRIL 8TH 2022 in order to be considered for this training. Upon review of your application, we will notify you regarding your acceptance as a training participant (by or before 4/18). 

See Below for Further Training Details:

TRAINING DATES AND TIMES:  Dates for the training are scheduled for May 2-4th, 2022, in Indianapolis, IN.  Reading homework may be assigned ahead of time and/or during the class. Attendance at all sessions is required to complete the training. (Note: Participants are able to miss up to two hours of the training not including breaks, and still receive a certificate of completion. Some make-up work may be required.)

TRAINING LOCATION: MHAI SWD Training Institute: 1441 N. Delaware Street, Indpls IN 46202

TRAINING PREREQUISITES:  This training is primarily intended for people who have some basic facilitation skills and/or training, though not absolutely required so long as it is understood that the training is not designed to provide these basic skills. You should have an active interest in starting an Alternatives to Suicide group or supporting an existing one.

COST: Free

OTHER IMPORTANT INFO:  This training is open to people who have struggled with suicidal thoughts or attempts themselves. Others who are interested in the Alternatives to Suicide approach, but who do not have personal experience should look for a When Conversations Turn to Suicide training instead.